Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L35 · St Helens
164
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Appleton has less crime — 50 vs 164 incidents in February 2026.
Rainhill recorded substantially more crime than Appleton in February 2026 — 164 incidents compared to 50, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6) and Robbery (3), while Rainhill has more Shoplifting (26) and Anti-social behaviour (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Appleton recorded fewer crimes than Rainhill — 50 vs 164 incidents. That is 70% 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 Rainhill had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 164).