Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L39 · Lancashire
60
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Appleton has less crime — 50 vs 60 incidents in February 2026.
Ormskirk saw somewhat more crime than Appleton in February 2026 (60 vs 50 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6) and Robbery (3), while Ormskirk has more Anti-social behaviour (11) and Shoplifting (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Appleton recorded fewer crimes than Ormskirk — 50 vs 60 incidents. That is 17% 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 Criminal damage & arson and Robbery while Ormskirk had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 60).