Mill Town vs Portrush — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Mill Town

BT41 · Antrim

5

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting3
  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Weapons possession1

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

75

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Mill Town has less crime — 5 vs 75 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Portrush recorded substantially more crime than Mill Town in April 2026 — 75 incidents compared to 5, a 15.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Mill Town sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3) and Weapons possession (1), while Portrush has more Anti-social behaviour (40) and Criminal damage & arson (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mill Town or Portrush safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Mill Town recorded fewer crimes than Portrush — 5 vs 75 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Mill Town is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Mill Town and Portrush?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Mill Town saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Weapons possession while Portrush had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Mill Town recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 75).

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