Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA1 · Warrington
390
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WA2 · Warrington
320
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birchwood has less crime — 320 vs 390 incidents in April 2026.
Birchwood saw somewhat more crime than Birchwood in April 2026 (390 vs 320 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchwood sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (35), while Birchwood has more Criminal damage & arson (32). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Birchwood recorded fewer crimes than Birchwood — 320 vs 390 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Birchwood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birchwood saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Birchwood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birchwood recorded fewer total crimes (320 vs 390).