Magherafelt vs Newcastle — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Magherafelt

BT45 · Magherafelt

13

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Newcastle

BT33 · Down

58

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Magherafelt has less crime — 13 vs 58 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newcastle recorded substantially more crime than Magherafelt in February 2026 — 58 incidents compared to 13, a 4.5x difference. 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 Magherafelt or Newcastle safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Magherafelt recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle — 13 vs 58 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Magherafelt is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In February 2026, Magherafelt recorded 6 incidents of this type vs 24 in Newcastle. Overall, Magherafelt had fewer total crimes (13 vs 58).

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