Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BT38 · Carrickfergus
82
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BT36 · Newtownabbey
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Carrickfergus has less crime — 82 vs 85 incidents in February 2026.
Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 82 and 85 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Carrickfergus sees higher rates of Other theft (6), while Newtownabbey has more Criminal damage & arson (10). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Carrickfergus recorded fewer crimes than Newtownabbey — 82 vs 85 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Carrickfergus is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Carrickfergus saw higher rates of Other theft while Newtownabbey had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Carrickfergus recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 85).