Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BT49 · Limavady
69
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BT48 · Derry
222
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Limavady has less crime — 69 vs 222 incidents in February 2026.
Londonderry recorded substantially more crime than Limavady in February 2026 — 222 incidents compared to 69, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Limavady sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Londonderry has more Other theft (17). Limavady is below the national average while Londonderry is above, making Limavady the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Limavady recorded fewer crimes than Londonderry — 69 vs 222 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Limavady is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Limavady saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Londonderry had more Other theft. Overall, Limavady recorded fewer total crimes (69 vs 222).