Craigavon vs Magherafelt — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Craigavon

BT67 · Craigavon

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Magherafelt

BT46 · Magherafelt

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson1

Magherafelt has less crime — 1 vs 3 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Craigavon recorded substantially more crime than Magherafelt in April 2026 — 3 incidents compared to 1, a 3.0x difference. 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 Magherafelt safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Magherafelt recorded fewer crimes than Craigavon — 1 vs 3 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Magherafelt is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Craigavon's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (2 incidents) while Magherafelt's was Criminal damage & arson (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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