Portrush vs Portstewart — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

75

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

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

Portstewart

BT55 · Coleraine

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Portstewart has less crime — 36 vs 75 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Portrush recorded notably higher crime than Portstewart in April 2026 — 75 vs 36 incidents. Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their most common crime type, though Portrush records significantly more (40 vs 18 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 Portrush or Portstewart safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Portstewart recorded fewer crimes than Portrush — 36 vs 75 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Portstewart is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Portrush recorded 40 incidents of this type vs 18 in Portstewart. Overall, Portstewart had fewer total crimes (36 vs 75).

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