Derry vs Down — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Derry

BT47 · Derry

5

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Down

BT24 · Down

4

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Down has less crime — 4 vs 5 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Derry saw somewhat more crime than Down in April 2026 (5 vs 4 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Anti-social behaviour dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Derry or Down safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Down recorded fewer crimes than Derry — 4 vs 5 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Down is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Derry and Down?

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Derry recorded 4 incidents of this type vs 2 in Down. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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