County Armagh vs Portstewart — 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

Portstewart

BT55 · Coleraine

55

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences20
  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Criminal damage & arson7

County Armagh has less crime — 2 vs 55 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Portstewart recorded substantially more crime than County Armagh in February 2026 — 55 incidents compared to 2, a 27.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: County Armagh sees higher rates of Other crime (1), while Portstewart has more Violence & sexual offences (20) and Criminal damage & arson (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is County Armagh or Portstewart safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, County Armagh recorded fewer crimes than Portstewart — 2 vs 55 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. County Armagh is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, County Armagh saw higher rates of Other crime while Portstewart had more Violence & sexual offences and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, County Armagh recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 55).

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