Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
62
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA11 · St Helens
66
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Appleton has less crime — 62 vs 66 incidents in April 2026.
Appleton and St Helens recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 62 and 66 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Public order (11) and Criminal damage & arson (10), while St Helens has more Anti-social behaviour (15) and Burglary (5). 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 St Helens — 62 vs 66 incidents. That is 6% 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 St Helens had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 66).