Craigavon vs Strabane — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Craigavon

BT65 · Craigavon

66

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Shoplifting6

Strabane

BT81 · Strabane

3

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Drugs1
  • Weapons possession1
  • Shoplifting1

Strabane has less crime — 3 vs 66 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Craigavon recorded substantially more crime than Strabane in February 2026 — 66 incidents compared to 3, a 22.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Craigavon sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (24) and Violence & sexual offences (18), while Strabane has more Drugs (1) and Weapons possession (1). 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 Strabane safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Strabane recorded fewer crimes than Craigavon — 3 vs 66 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Strabane is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Craigavon saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Violence & sexual offences while Strabane had more Drugs and Weapons possession. Overall, Strabane recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 66).

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