Belfast vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT3 · Belfast

95

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Criminal damage & arson14

Belfast

BT4 · Belfast

118

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour48
  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Other theft10

Belfast has less crime — 95 vs 118 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast saw somewhat more crime than Belfast in February 2026 (118 vs 95 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belfast sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (14), while Belfast has more Other theft (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Belfast or Belfast safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 95 vs 118 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes. Belfast is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Belfast and Belfast?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Belfast saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Belfast had more Other theft. Overall, Belfast recorded fewer total crimes (95 vs 118).

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