Coleraine vs Portstewart — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Coleraine

BT51 · Coleraine

6

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour6

Portstewart

BT55 · Coleraine

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Coleraine has less crime — 6 vs 36 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Portstewart recorded substantially more crime than Coleraine in April 2026 — 36 incidents compared to 6, a 6.0x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Anti-social behaviour dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Coleraine or Portstewart safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Coleraine recorded fewer crimes than Portstewart — 6 vs 36 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Coleraine is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Coleraine recorded 6 incidents of this type vs 18 in Portstewart. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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