County Armagh vs Lurgan — Crime Comparison 2026

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

County Armagh

BT60 · County Armagh

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Other crime1
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Lurgan

BT66 · Craigavon

177

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences67
  • Anti-social behaviour59
  • Criminal damage & arson17

County Armagh has less crime — 2 vs 177 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Lurgan recorded substantially more crime than County Armagh in February 2026 — 177 incidents compared to 2, a 88.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: County Armagh sees higher rates of Other crime (1), while Lurgan has more Violence & sexual offences (67) and Criminal damage & arson (17). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is County Armagh or Lurgan safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, County Armagh recorded fewer crimes than Lurgan — 2 vs 177 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. County Armagh is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between County Armagh and Lurgan?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, County Armagh saw higher rates of Other crime while Lurgan had more Violence & sexual offences and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, County Armagh recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 177).

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