Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BT64 · Craigavon
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BT37 · Newtownabbey
97
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Craigavon has less crime — 50 vs 97 incidents in February 2026.
Whiteabbey recorded notably higher crime than Craigavon in February 2026 — 97 vs 50 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Craigavon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12), while Whiteabbey has more Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Craigavon recorded fewer crimes than Whiteabbey — 50 vs 97 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Craigavon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Craigavon saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Whiteabbey had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Craigavon recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 97).