Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
62
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
L26 · Knowsley
106
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Appleton has less crime — 62 vs 106 incidents in April 2026.
Halewood recorded notably higher crime than Appleton in April 2026 — 106 vs 62 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Public order (11) and Criminal damage & arson (10), while Halewood has more Anti-social behaviour (17) and Other theft (7). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Appleton recorded fewer crimes than Halewood — 62 vs 106 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Appleton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Appleton saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Halewood had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 106).