Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BT49 · Limavady
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BT48 · Derry
256
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Limavady has less crime — 92 vs 256 incidents in April 2026.
Londonderry recorded substantially more crime than Limavady in April 2026 — 256 incidents compared to 92, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Limavady sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (13), while Londonderry has more Shoplifting (23). Limavady is below the national average while Londonderry is above, making Limavady the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Limavady recorded fewer crimes than Londonderry — 92 vs 256 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Limavady is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Limavady saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Londonderry had more Shoplifting. Overall, Limavady recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 256).