Lisburn vs Portstewart — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lisburn

BT27 · Lisburn

152

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences46
  • Anti-social behaviour45
  • Shoplifting18

Portstewart

BT55 · Coleraine

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Portstewart has less crime — 36 vs 152 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Lisburn recorded substantially more crime than Portstewart in April 2026 — 152 incidents compared to 36, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lisburn sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Portstewart has more Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lisburn or Portstewart safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Portstewart recorded fewer crimes than Lisburn — 36 vs 152 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Portstewart is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lisburn saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Portstewart had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Portstewart recorded fewer total crimes (36 vs 152).

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