Derry vs Newcastle — 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

Newcastle

BT33 · Down

91

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Criminal damage & arson4

Derry has less crime — 5 vs 91 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newcastle recorded substantially more crime than Derry in April 2026 — 91 incidents compared to 5, a 18.2x difference. Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their most common crime type, though Newcastle records significantly more (46 vs 4 incidents). 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 Newcastle safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Derry recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle — 5 vs 91 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Derry is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Derry recorded 4 incidents of this type vs 46 in Newcastle. Overall, Derry had fewer total crimes (5 vs 91).

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