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

BT28 · Lisburn

47

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Drugs3

Down has less crime — 1 vs 47 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Lisburn recorded substantially more crime than Down in February 2026 — 47 incidents compared to 1, a 47.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Down sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (1), while Lisburn has more Anti-social behaviour (18) and Violence & sexual offences (17). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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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 47 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Down is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Down saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Lisburn had more Anti-social behaviour and Violence & sexual offences. Overall, Down recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 47).

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