Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Belfast, Northern Ireland, call the Police Service of Northern Ireland non-emergency line at 101 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 999 2.
Who to call in Belfast
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance, coastguard | 999 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Police Service of Northern Ireland) | 101 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Urgent medical help that is not an emergency | NHS 111 | 3 |
What does the Police Service of Northern Ireland say?
"Call 101" 1
Who answers the call?
In Belfast, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Police Service of Northern Ireland 1.
Other cities
All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Belfast?
101, the Police Service of Northern Ireland non-emergency line 1.
Is 101 the same as 999?
No. 999 is for emergencies 2; 101 is the Police Service of Northern Ireland line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Belfast?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Police Service of Northern Ireland has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 3
- Police Service of Northern Ireland · Contact Us | Police Service of Northern Ireland checked 2026-11-05
- NHS · When to call 999 checked 2026-11-05
- NHS · When to use NHS 111 online or call 111 checked 2026-11-05