Larne vs Portrush — 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

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

57

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Criminal damage & arson10

Larne has less crime — 50 vs 57 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Larne and Portrush recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 50 and 57 incidents respectively. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Larne or Portrush safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Larne recorded fewer crimes than Portrush — 50 vs 57 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Larne is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Larne's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (18 incidents) while Portrush's was Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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