Lisburn vs Newtownabbey — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lisburn

BT26 · Lisburn

4

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Newtownabbey

BT36 · Newtownabbey

62

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour27
  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Drugs5

Lisburn has less crime — 4 vs 62 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newtownabbey recorded substantially more crime than Lisburn in April 2026 — 62 incidents compared to 4, a 15.5x difference. Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their most common crime type, though Newtownabbey records significantly more (27 vs 3 incidents). 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 Newtownabbey safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Lisburn recorded fewer crimes than Newtownabbey — 4 vs 62 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Lisburn is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Lisburn recorded 3 incidents of this type vs 27 in Newtownabbey. Overall, Lisburn had fewer total crimes (4 vs 62).

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