Is Downshire West a safe area?
538 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 West?
Rank 1 is the most deprived area in Northern Ireland. Source: NI Multiple Deprivation Measure (NIMDM), income domain.
Who lives in Downshire West?
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 West?
The area has 8 schools serving 2,044 pupils. Source: Department of Education.
How good is broadband in Downshire West?
Ofcom Connected Nations, 2 postcodes sampled
Who is Downshire West good for?
Downshire West: frequently asked questions
Is Downshire West a safe area?
Downshire West recorded 538 crimes in 2024/25, a rate of 31.3 per 1,000 people, which is 38% below the Northern Ireland average (50.4 per 1,000). Crime has been falling over recent years. Source: PSNI recorded crime statistics.
Is Downshire West an affluent area?
Downshire West ranks 74 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 West?
In the 2021 Census, 18% of residents were Catholic or brought up Catholic, 70% were Protestant or other Christian, and 12% reported another religion or none. Source: NISRA Census 2021.
What schools are near Downshire West?
The area has 8 schools with 2,044 pupils. Source: Department of Education school census.
How good is broadband in Downshire West?
Average broadband download speed is 119 Mbps, with superfast broadband available to 100% of premises and gigabit to 100%. Source: Ofcom Connected Nations.
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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.