Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
62
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
L32 · Knowsley
267
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Appleton has less crime — 62 vs 267 incidents in April 2026.
Kirkby recorded substantially more crime than Appleton in April 2026 — 267 incidents compared to 62, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Public order (11) and Criminal damage & arson (10), while Kirkby has more Anti-social behaviour (38) and Other theft (23). Appleton is below the national average while Kirkby is above, making Appleton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Appleton recorded fewer crimes than Kirkby — 62 vs 267 incidents. That is 77% 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 Kirkby had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 267).