Is Downshire East a safe area?
373 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 Downshire East?
Rank 1 is the most deprived area in Northern Ireland. Source: NI Multiple Deprivation Measure (NIMDM), income domain.
Who lives in Downshire East?
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 Downshire East?
The area has 11 schools serving 949 pupils. Source: Department of Education.
How good is broadband in Downshire East?
Ofcom Connected Nations, 2 postcodes sampled
Who is Downshire East good for?
Downshire East: frequently asked questions
Is Downshire East a safe area?
Downshire East recorded 373 crimes in 2024/25, a rate of 22.3 per 1,000 people, which is 56% below the Northern Ireland average (50.4 per 1,000). Crime has been falling over recent years. Source: PSNI recorded crime statistics.
Is Downshire East an affluent area?
Downshire East ranks 68 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 Downshire East?
In the 2021 Census, 15% of residents were Catholic or brought up Catholic, 72% were Protestant or other Christian, and 12% reported another religion or none. Source: NISRA Census 2021.
What schools are near Downshire East?
The area has 11 schools with 949 pupils. Source: Department of Education school census.
How good is broadband in Downshire East?
Average broadband download speed is 30 Mbps, with superfast broadband available to 39.3% of premises. Source: Ofcom Connected Nations.
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Get a property reportSources: 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.