Dunmurry vs Portadown — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dunmurry

BT17 · Lisburn

154

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour66
  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Portadown

BT62 · Craigavon

78

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Burglary8

Portadown has less crime — 78 vs 154 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Dunmurry recorded notably higher crime than Portadown in March 2026 — 154 vs 78 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dunmurry sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (16), while Portadown has more Burglary (8). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dunmurry or Portadown safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Portadown recorded fewer crimes than Dunmurry — 78 vs 154 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Portadown is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Dunmurry saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Portadown had more Burglary. Overall, Portadown recorded fewer total crimes (78 vs 154).

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