Cookstown vs Portrush — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cookstown

BT80 · Cookstown

76

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Other theft7

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

75

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Portrush has less crime — 75 vs 76 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Cookstown and Portrush recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 76 and 75 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cookstown sees higher rates of Other theft (7), while Portrush has more Criminal damage & arson (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cookstown or Portrush safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Portrush recorded fewer crimes than Cookstown — 75 vs 76 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Portrush is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cookstown and Portrush?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cookstown saw higher rates of Other theft while Portrush had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Portrush recorded fewer total crimes (75 vs 76).

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