Larne vs Lisburn — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Larne

BT40 · Larne

50

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Lisburn

BT27 · Lisburn

147

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

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

Larne has less crime — 50 vs 147 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Lisburn recorded substantially more crime than Larne in February 2026 — 147 incidents compared to 50, a 2.9x difference. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Larne or Lisburn safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Larne recorded fewer crimes than Lisburn — 50 vs 147 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Larne is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Larne's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (18 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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