Down vs Lisburn — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Down

BT24 · Down

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson1

Lisburn

BT27 · Lisburn

147

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour52
  • Violence & sexual offences45
  • Criminal damage & arson21

Down has less crime — 1 vs 147 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Lisburn recorded substantially more crime than Down in February 2026 — 147 incidents compared to 1, a 147.0x difference. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Down or Lisburn safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Down recorded fewer crimes than Lisburn — 1 vs 147 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Down is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Down's top crime category was Criminal damage & arson (1 incidents) while Lisburn's was Anti-social behaviour (52 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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