Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BT1 · Belfast
1,296
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BT13 · Belfast
588
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Belfast has less crime — 588 vs 1,296 incidents in February 2026.
Belfast recorded notably higher crime than Belfast in February 2026 — 1,296 vs 588 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belfast sees higher rates of Shoplifting (116), while Belfast has more Criminal damage & arson (69). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 588 vs 1,296 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Belfast is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Belfast saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Belfast had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Belfast recorded fewer total crimes (588 vs 1,296).