Newtownabbey vs Portrush — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newtownabbey

BT36 · Newtownabbey

85

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Anti-social behaviour23
  • Criminal damage & arson10

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

57

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Criminal damage & arson10

Portrush has less crime — 57 vs 85 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newtownabbey saw somewhat more crime than Portrush in February 2026 (85 vs 57 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 Newtownabbey or Portrush safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Portrush recorded fewer crimes than Newtownabbey — 57 vs 85 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Portrush is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Newtownabbey's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (32 incidents) while Portrush's was Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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