Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
62
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA9 · St Helens
220
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Appleton has less crime — 62 vs 220 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Appleton in April 2026 — 220 incidents compared to 62, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Public order (11), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (53). Appleton is below the national average while St Helens is above, making Appleton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Appleton recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 62 vs 220 incidents. That is 72% 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 while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 220).