Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L30 · Sefton
217
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Appleton has less crime — 50 vs 217 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Appleton in February 2026 — 217 incidents compared to 50, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6) and Robbery (3), while Southport has more Public order (27) and Anti-social behaviour (22). 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 217 incidents. That is 77% 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 Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 217).