Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
62
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
L37 · Sefton
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Appleton has less crime — 62 vs 92 incidents in April 2026.
Southport saw somewhat more crime than Appleton in April 2026 (92 vs 62 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Public order (11) and Criminal damage & arson (10), while Southport has more Shoplifting (15) and Anti-social behaviour (14). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Appleton recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 62 vs 92 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Appleton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Appleton saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Southport had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 92).