Carrickfergus vs Magherafelt — 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

Magherafelt

BT46 · Magherafelt

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson1

Magherafelt has less crime — 1 vs 80 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Carrickfergus recorded substantially more crime than Magherafelt in April 2026 — 80 incidents compared to 1, a 80.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Carrickfergus or Magherafelt safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Magherafelt recorded fewer crimes than Carrickfergus — 1 vs 80 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Magherafelt is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Carrickfergus's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (29 incidents) while Magherafelt's was Criminal damage & arson (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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