Lisburn vs Newcastle — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lisburn

BT26 · Lisburn

5

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Newcastle

BT33 · Down

58

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Lisburn has less crime — 5 vs 58 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newcastle recorded substantially more crime than Lisburn in February 2026 — 58 incidents compared to 5, a 11.6x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lisburn or Newcastle safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Lisburn recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle — 5 vs 58 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Lisburn is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Lisburn's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (3 incidents) while Newcastle's was Anti-social behaviour (24 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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