Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BT48 · Derry
256
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
BT66 · Craigavon
210
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Lurgan has less crime — 210 vs 256 incidents in April 2026.
Londonderry saw somewhat more crime than Lurgan in April 2026 (256 vs 210 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Londonderry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23), while Lurgan has more Criminal damage & arson (19). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Lurgan recorded fewer crimes than Londonderry — 210 vs 256 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Londonderry is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Londonderry saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Lurgan had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Lurgan recorded fewer total crimes (210 vs 256).