Newtownabbey vs Strabane — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newtownabbey

BT39 · Newtownabbey

44

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Criminal damage & arson4

Strabane

BT81 · Strabane

7

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Shoplifting2

Strabane has less crime — 7 vs 44 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Newtownabbey recorded substantially more crime than Strabane in March 2026 — 44 incidents compared to 7, a 6.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newtownabbey sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (4), while Strabane has more Shoplifting (2). 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 Strabane safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Strabane recorded fewer crimes than Newtownabbey — 7 vs 44 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Strabane is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Newtownabbey saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Strabane had more Shoplifting. Overall, Strabane recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 44).

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