Portstewart vs Whiteabbey — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Portstewart

BT55 · Coleraine

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

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

Whiteabbey

BT37 · Newtownabbey

124

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour50
  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Portstewart has less crime — 36 vs 124 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Whiteabbey recorded substantially more crime than Portstewart in April 2026 — 124 incidents compared to 36, a 3.4x difference. Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their most common crime type, though Whiteabbey records significantly more (50 vs 18 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Portstewart or Whiteabbey safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Portstewart recorded fewer crimes than Whiteabbey — 36 vs 124 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Portstewart is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Portstewart recorded 18 incidents of this type vs 50 in Whiteabbey. Overall, Portstewart had fewer total crimes (36 vs 124).

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