Carrickfergus vs Coleraine — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Carrickfergus

BT38 · Carrickfergus

80

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Coleraine

BT52 · Coleraine

162

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour59
  • Violence & sexual offences53
  • Criminal damage & arson23

Carrickfergus has less crime — 80 vs 162 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Coleraine recorded notably higher crime than Carrickfergus in April 2026 — 162 vs 80 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Carrickfergus or Coleraine safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Carrickfergus recorded fewer crimes than Coleraine — 80 vs 162 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Carrickfergus is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Carrickfergus and Coleraine?

In April 2026, Carrickfergus's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (29 incidents) while Coleraine's was Anti-social behaviour (59 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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