Limavady vs Portrush — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Limavady

BT49 · Limavady

92

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour34
  • Violence & sexual offences31
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

75

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Portrush has less crime — 75 vs 92 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Limavady saw somewhat more crime than Portrush in April 2026 (92 vs 75 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Anti-social behaviour dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Limavady or Portrush safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Portrush recorded fewer crimes than Limavady — 75 vs 92 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Portrush is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Limavady recorded 34 incidents of this type vs 40 in Portrush. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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