Is Limavady a safe area?
827 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 Limavady?
Rank 1 is the most deprived area in Northern Ireland. Source: NI Multiple Deprivation Measure (NIMDM), income domain.
Who lives in Limavady?
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 Limavady?
The area has 14 schools serving 4,143 pupils, including 1 grammar school. Source: Department of Education.
Who is Limavady good for?
Limavady: frequently asked questions
Is Limavady a safe area?
Limavady recorded 827 crimes in 2024/25, a rate of 51 per 1,000 people, which is 1% above the Northern Ireland average (50.4 per 1,000). Crime has been falling over recent years. Source: PSNI recorded crime statistics.
Is Limavady an affluent area?
Limavady ranks 23 out of 80 Northern Ireland areas for income deprivation (rank 1 is most deprived), indicating moderate deprivation. Source: NI Multiple Deprivation Measure.
What is the community background of Limavady?
In the 2021 Census, 48% of residents were Catholic or brought up Catholic, 46% were Protestant or other Christian, and 6% reported another religion or none. Source: NISRA Census 2021.
What schools are near Limavady?
The area has 14 schools with 4,143 pupils, including 1 grammar school. Source: Department of Education school census.
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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.