Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L22 · Sefton
130
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Appleton has less crime — 50 vs 130 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Appleton in February 2026 — 130 incidents compared to 50, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6) and Robbery (3), while Southport has more Anti-social behaviour (18) and Public order (10). 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 Southport — 50 vs 130 incidents. That is 62% 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 Southport had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 130).