Carrickfergus vs Whiteabbey — 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

Whiteabbey

BT37 · Newtownabbey

124

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour50
  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Carrickfergus has less crime — 80 vs 124 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Whiteabbey recorded notably higher crime than Carrickfergus in April 2026 — 124 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 Whiteabbey safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Carrickfergus recorded fewer crimes than Whiteabbey — 80 vs 124 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Carrickfergus is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Carrickfergus's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (29 incidents) while Whiteabbey's was Anti-social behaviour (50 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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