36,087
Population
12,504
Households
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About Ballyculter

Ballyculter is a small village located in County Down, Northern Ireland, within the BT30 postcode area. It lies to the east of the town of Downpatrick, situated along the A2 road that connects the region to Belfast and other nearby towns. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by rural countryside typical of the area. Ballyculter is known for its peaceful environment and close-knit community, offering easy access to local amenities and services. The surrounding landscape includes open fields and patches of woodland, providing a quiet setting for those who live there. It is also near the historic site of the Ballyculter Church, which dates back to the 12th century and remains a point of local interest.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ballyculter

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ballyculter, with 34 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Crime in Ballyculter 120 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ballyculter are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Violence & Sexual Offences 43
Anti-Social Behaviour 34
Criminal Damage & Arson 13
Drugs 6
Other Crime 6
Other Theft 5
Shoplifting 5
Vehicle Crime 4
Weapons 2
Public Order 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Location

Local Government

District Newry, Mourne and Down
Ward Quoile
Constituency South Down