Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L29 · Sefton
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sefton has less crime — 28 vs 50 incidents in February 2026.
Appleton recorded notably higher crime than Sefton in February 2026 — 50 vs 28 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6) and Robbery (3), while Sefton has more Drugs (3) and Shoplifting (3). 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, Sefton recorded fewer crimes than Appleton — 28 vs 50 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Sefton 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 Sefton had more Drugs and Shoplifting. Overall, Sefton recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 50).