Is Larne Safe?
Crime statistics for Larne. Based on official UK Police data, updated June 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 2,073 total crimes recorded in Larne
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Larne — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Larne safe?
Larne has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,073 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 46.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Larne are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Larne in the last 12 months?
2,073 crimes were recorded in Larne in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 46.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,874 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 708 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Larne?
The most common crime in Larne is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 708 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 34.2% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Larne increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Larne is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 46.5% — from 3,874 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,073 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Larne?
Larne has a safety score of 10 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Larne compare to the Police Service of Northern Ireland average?
Larne has a safety score of 10/100, while the Police Service of Northern Ireland force area average is 17/100. Larne is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Larne?
0% of crimes recorded in Larne resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Police Service of Northern Ireland. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Larne?
687 violent crimes were recorded in Larne in the last 12 months — representing 33.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 708 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Larne last updated?
The crime data for Larne was last updated in June 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Larne with other areas?
You can compare Larne with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.