Craigavon vs Larne — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Craigavon

BT64 · Craigavon

65

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour20
  • Shoplifting18
  • Violence & sexual offences14

Larne

BT40 · Larne

102

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour45
  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Drugs9

Craigavon has less crime — 65 vs 102 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Larne recorded notably higher crime than Craigavon in April 2026 — 102 vs 65 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Craigavon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Larne has more Drugs (9). 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 Larne safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Craigavon recorded fewer crimes than Larne — 65 vs 102 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Craigavon is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Craigavon saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Larne had more Drugs. Overall, Craigavon recorded fewer total crimes (65 vs 102).

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