Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BT64 · Craigavon
65
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BT37 · Newtownabbey
124
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Craigavon has less crime — 65 vs 124 incidents in April 2026.
Whiteabbey recorded notably higher crime than Craigavon in April 2026 — 124 vs 65 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Craigavon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Whiteabbey has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Craigavon recorded fewer crimes than Whiteabbey — 65 vs 124 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Craigavon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Craigavon saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Whiteabbey had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Craigavon recorded fewer total crimes (65 vs 124).