Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L17 · Liverpool
247
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Appleton has less crime — 50 vs 247 incidents in February 2026.
Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than Appleton in February 2026 — 247 incidents compared to 50, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Robbery (3), while Liverpool has more Shoplifting (26). Appleton is below the national average while Liverpool is above, making Appleton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Appleton recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 50 vs 247 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Appleton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Appleton saw higher rates of Robbery while Liverpool had more Shoplifting. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 247).