Is Castlereagh South a safe area?
720 crimes were recorded in 2024/25, and the overall rate has been falling over recent years. Source: PSNI recorded crime.
Most common crime types
How affluent is Castlereagh South?
Rank 1 is the most deprived area in Northern Ireland. Source: NI Multiple Deprivation Measure (NIMDM), income domain.
Who lives in Castlereagh South?
Age profile
NISRA Census 2021
Community background
“Religion or religion brought up in”, NISRA Census 2021.
Health
NISRA Census 2021
Homes and work
What schools are near Castlereagh South?
The area has 7 schools serving 3,272 pupils. Source: Department of Education.
Who is Castlereagh South good for?
Castlereagh South: frequently asked questions
Is Castlereagh South a safe area?
Castlereagh South recorded 720 crimes in 2024/25, a rate of 30.7 per 1,000 people, which is 39% below the Northern Ireland average (50.4 per 1,000). Crime has been falling over recent years. Source: PSNI recorded crime statistics.
Is Castlereagh South an affluent area?
Castlereagh South ranks 80 out of 80 Northern Ireland areas for income deprivation (rank 1 is most deprived), indicating low deprivation. Source: NI Multiple Deprivation Measure.
What is the community background of Castlereagh South?
In the 2021 Census, 50% of residents were Catholic or brought up Catholic, 37% were Protestant or other Christian, and 13% reported another religion or none. Source: NISRA Census 2021.
What schools are near Castlereagh South?
The area has 7 schools with 3,272 pupils. Source: Department of Education school census.
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Sources: PSNI recorded crime statistics · NISRA Census 2021 · NI Multiple Deprivation Measure 2017 · Department of Education · Ofcom Connected Nations. Last updated 2026-07-02. Data is provided for information only; always verify independently.