Portadown vs Portrush — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Portadown

BT62 · Craigavon

52

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Drugs6

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

75

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

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

Portadown has less crime — 52 vs 75 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Portrush saw somewhat more crime than Portadown in April 2026 (75 vs 52 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Portadown sees higher rates of Drugs (6), while Portrush has more 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 Portadown or Portrush safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Portadown recorded fewer crimes than Portrush — 52 vs 75 incidents. That is 31% fewer crimes. Portadown is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Portadown saw higher rates of Drugs while Portrush had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Portadown recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 75).

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