All crime data on crimestats.ie is sourced from open public datasets provided by the Central Statistics Office (CSO).

Crime records in Ireland are initially logged in PULSE, the Garda case management system. The CSO then aggregates and analyzes these reports before publishing official crime statistics . These figures are the foundation of our analyses, ensuring that our data is accurate, transparent, and aligned with the national crime reporting framework.

For further reading, visit the official CSO Crime and Justice statistics page here.

crimestats.ie utilizes Google’s Geocoding API to pinpoint the longitude and latitude of an address. This allows us to accurately determine the Garda District in which the address falls.

However, there are instances where Google may not return a valid address match. This could happen if:

Additionally, we use the Google API to determine if an address corresponds to a building rather than a general area. We intentionally avoid broader geographic areas such as road names, parks, or other public locations to prevent ambiguity in crime statistics reporting.

If you are having difficulty finding your address, we recommend trying alternative formats (e.g., including a postal code/Eircode if available). If you continue to experience issues, feel free to contact us.

At CrimeStats.ie, we utilise Irish Crime Rate data directly from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The CSO measures Irish Crime rates on at the Garda Distric level according to 12 Crime Rate categories. These categories are derived from the International Classification of Crime for Statistical Purposes (ICCS), developed by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).

This classification system ensures that Irish crime rates and Irish crime statistics are reported consistently and accurately. Each of the 12 main crime categories includes a variety of specific offences, which are listed below in detail.

Using broad categories while maintaining a standardised structure allows us to provide reliable insights into local crime trends in your area, without revealing any personal or identifiable information. This approach also enables comparisons of Irish crime rates with crime data internationally, supporting better crime research and policy-making.

For more information on the ICCS framework and how crime categories are defined, visit the official UNODC ICCS page.

The following is a break down of each crime associated with each crime category:

Understanding "Crimes in Your Local Area"

When we display crime statistics for your local area, we are referring specifically to crimes reported within your Garda District or Garda Sub-District. These are the official geographical boundaries used by An Garda Síochána to manage local policing efforts and crime investigations.

What is a Garda District?

A Garda District is a defined geographic area assigned to a local Garda Station. The Gardaí stationed here are responsible for patrolling, responding to incidents, and investigating crimes within this district. If you reside within a district’s boundaries, any crime you report to An Garda Síochána is typically handled by your district's Garda Station.

All crimes committed within this district fall under the responsibility of the district Garda Station to investigate and manage. While certain serious crimes may also involve specialized Garda units at a national level (such as the National Bureau of Criminal Investigation), your local station is usually the first point of contact and leads the initial response.

How Gardaí Organize Policing Areas:

At CrimeStats.ie, we use official Garda boundary data, supplied by The Garda Mapping Unit to determine which Garda District and Sub-District you belong to, based on your address or Eircode's coordinates. This ensures that crime reports shown to you are as local and relevant as possible.

At CrimeStats.ie, we ensure fairness by calculating crime rates on a per-capita basis. This means we compare the number of crimes relative to the population size of each Garda District, making it easier to fairly compare both busy urban areas and quieter rural regions.

Once we identify your Garda District based on your address or Eircode, we analyse the latest crime statistics for that district across all 12 crime categories reported by the CSO. We calculate how often each type of crime occurred in the past year and adjust it based on the district’s population. This gives us a clear per-person crime rate for each category.

To provide meaningful context, we also calculate the national average crime rate using the same method—taking the total number of crimes nationwide and dividing it by the total population of Ireland. We then compare your local crime rates to the national average and calculate the percentage difference (higher or lower) for each crime category.

For easy understanding, we display these results using a simple traffic light rating system:

Finally, we calculate the overall crime rate score for your area. This is done by combining the total number of crimes across all categories in your district, calculating the overall crime rate per capita, and comparing it to the national average. Based on this comparison, we assign your area one of the following classifications:

This final score gives you a clear, balanced overview of how overall crime levels in your district compare to the rest of the country.

Our analysis is updated regularly to reflect the most recent CSO datasets. Each address is mapped to its corresponding Garda District boundary, ensuring local relevance.

It’s important to note that while district-wide crime rates offer a valuable overview, there can be significant contrasts within a district. For example, a district may appear to have elevated crime levels due to a concentrated pocket of high criminal activity, even if the broader area experiences relatively low crime.

Our methodology combines quantitative statistical analysis with practical insights from criminology and law enforcement professionals, ensuring a balanced, informed, and fair representation of crime patterns.

Understanding crime rates per capita rather than raw figures is essential for fair comparisons between urban and rural areas. To achieve this, crimestats.ie relies on population density estimates provided by An Garda Síochána .

Since Garda Districts do not align perfectly with townlands or electoral boundaries, precise population figures can be challenging to determine. However, we use An Garda Siochanas estimates as the most accurate depiction of a district's population density.

You can learn more about population density methodologies and geospatial analytics used in crime statistics by visiting the Central Statistics Office website.

The Community Watch Forum on CrimeStats.ie is a space for residents across Ireland to connect, share information, and discuss concerns affecting their local areas. It is designed to promote local awareness, strengthen community ties, and provide an avenue for highlighting issues to Gardaí when necessary.

👥 How to Participate:

• 🔍 Browse threads: View public conversations in all Garda Districts.
• ✍️ Create an account to post or reply: Sign up or log in.
• 📍 Local access: Once logged in, you can post only within your registered Garda District.
• 🔒 Privacy-focused: Your district is used solely to manage forum access. It’s never shared publicly.

📣 Community-First Platform:

Our forum is powered by everyday residents and community voices. If you’re wondering about local safety, anti-social behaviour, or community issues, this is a great place to start the conversation or ask questions.

📢 Raise a Thread for Garda Awareness:

Threads that discuss ongoing public order or community issues can be flagged for Garda review. When a thread is flagged:

• ✅ The CrimeStats.ie team will review the thread.
• 📨 If appropriate, we’ll notify the local Community Policing Unit.
• 📝 Your reason for flagging will be included.
• 📧 Optionally, we can CC you on the email.

Note: This process is not a formal crime report. For emergencies or crimes in progress, contact An Garda Síochána directly.

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