Downpatrick vs Portrush — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Downpatrick

BT30 · Down

87

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences25
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Criminal damage & arson11

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

75

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Portrush has less crime — 75 vs 87 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Downpatrick saw somewhat more crime than Portrush in April 2026 (87 vs 75 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 Downpatrick or Portrush safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Portrush recorded fewer crimes than Downpatrick — 75 vs 87 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Portrush is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Downpatrick and Portrush?

In April 2026, Downpatrick's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (25 incidents) while Portrush's was Anti-social behaviour (40 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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