Craigavon vs Portstewart — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Craigavon

BT63 · Craigavon

3

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Other theft1

Portstewart

BT55 · Coleraine

55

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Craigavon has less crime — 3 vs 55 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Portstewart recorded substantially more crime than Craigavon in February 2026 — 55 incidents compared to 3, a 18.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Craigavon sees higher rates of Other theft (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 Craigavon or Portstewart safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Craigavon recorded fewer crimes than Portstewart — 3 vs 55 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Craigavon is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Craigavon saw higher rates of Other theft while Portstewart had more Violence & sexual offences and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Craigavon recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 55).

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