Larne vs Lisburn — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Larne

BT40 · Larne

102

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour45
  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Drugs9

Lisburn

BT27 · Lisburn

152

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences46
  • Anti-social behaviour45
  • Shoplifting18

Larne has less crime — 102 vs 152 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Lisburn saw somewhat more crime than Larne in April 2026 (152 vs 102 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Larne sees higher rates of Drugs (9), while Lisburn has more Shoplifting (18). 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 April 2026 Police data, Larne recorded fewer crimes than Lisburn — 102 vs 152 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Larne is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Larne saw higher rates of Drugs while Lisburn had more Shoplifting. Overall, Larne recorded fewer total crimes (102 vs 152).

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