Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L21 · Sefton
291
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Appleton has less crime — 50 vs 291 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Appleton in February 2026 — 291 incidents compared to 50, a 5.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Robbery (3), while Southport has more Public order (25). Appleton is below the national average while Southport 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 Southport — 50 vs 291 incidents. That is 83% 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 Southport had more Public order. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 291).