Derry vs Portadown — 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

Portadown

BT62 · Craigavon

52

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Drugs6

Derry has less crime — 5 vs 52 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Portadown recorded substantially more crime than Derry in April 2026 — 52 incidents compared to 5, a 10.4x difference. 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 Portadown safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Derry recorded fewer crimes than Portadown — 5 vs 52 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Derry is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Derry recorded 4 incidents of this type vs 17 in Portadown. Overall, Derry had fewer total crimes (5 vs 52).

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