Is The Moor a safe area?
2,222 crimes were recorded in 2024/25, and the overall rate has been stable over recent years. Source: PSNI recorded crime.
Most common crime types
How affluent is The Moor?
Rank 1 is the most deprived area in Northern Ireland. Source: NI Multiple Deprivation Measure (NIMDM), income domain.
Who lives in The Moor?
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 The Moor?
The area has 13 schools serving 4,560 pupils, including 1 grammar school. Source: Department of Education.
Who is The Moor good for?
The Moor: frequently asked questions
Is The Moor a safe area?
The Moor recorded 2,222 crimes in 2024/25, a rate of 129.7 per 1,000 people, which is 157% above the Northern Ireland average (50.4 per 1,000). Crime has been stable over recent years. Source: PSNI recorded crime statistics.
Is The Moor an affluent area?
The Moor ranks 2 out of 80 Northern Ireland areas for income deprivation (rank 1 is most deprived), indicating higher deprivation. Source: NI Multiple Deprivation Measure.
What is the community background of The Moor?
In the 2021 Census, 91% of residents were Catholic or brought up Catholic, 5% were Protestant or other Christian, and 4% reported another religion or none. Source: NISRA Census 2021.
What schools are near The Moor?
The area has 13 schools with 4,560 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.