Holywood vs Mill Town — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Holywood

BT18 · North Down

34

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Mill Town

BT41 · Antrim

5

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting3
  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Weapons possession1

Mill Town has less crime — 5 vs 34 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Holywood recorded substantially more crime than Mill Town in April 2026 — 34 incidents compared to 5, a 6.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Holywood sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (17) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Mill Town has more Shoplifting (3) and Weapons possession (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holywood or Mill Town safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Mill Town recorded fewer crimes than Holywood — 5 vs 34 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Mill Town is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Holywood and Mill Town?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Holywood saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Mill Town had more Shoplifting and Weapons possession. Overall, Mill Town recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 34).

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