Agricultural crime in Northern Ireland remains low
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New official statistics published today by NISRA statisticians in the Police Service Northern Ireland (PSNI) present information on agriculture and rural crime in Northern Ireland for the financial year 2025/26.
Key findings
- There were 205 agricultural crimes recorded in 2025/26. This is one of the lowest twelve month figures for agricultural crimes since the data series began in 2010/11.
- The figure rose by 4 on the previous year. Despite this small increase, the long-term trend since 2010/11 remains downward.
- Almost all agricultural crime (98%) took place in rural areas. Newry, Mourne & Down and Fermanagh & Omagh councils had the highest levels of agricultural crime. Each recorded 35 offences.
- Theft was the most common type of agricultural crime. It accounted for 79% of offences (162 crimes). Burglary and robbery made up the remaining 21% (43 crimes).
- Agricultural crime made up less than 1% of all burglary, robbery and theft offences in Northern Ireland.
About this publication
This bulletin presents agricultural and urban/rural crime statistics for Northern Ireland. It covers police-recorded burglary, robbery and theft offences with an agricultural link, as well as a breakdown of all burglary, robbery and theft offences by urban and rural settlement area. The bulletin includes trend data dating back to 2010/11 and provides breakdowns by offence type, policing district, and urban/rural classification. Figures were compiled on 5 May 2026 using data extracted from the PSNI administrative system on that date. This bulletin is published quarterly.
Further information
Read the full report, data tables and background information: Police Recorded Crime Statistics | PSNI