Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA1 · Warrington
405
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
L4 · Liverpool
736
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Birchwood has less crime — 405 vs 736 incidents in March 2026.
Liverpool recorded notably higher crime than Birchwood in March 2026 — 736 vs 405 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchwood sees higher rates of Public order (46) and Shoplifting (31), while Liverpool has more Drugs (69) and Criminal damage & arson (64). 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 March 2026 Police data, Birchwood recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 405 vs 736 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Liverpool is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birchwood saw higher rates of Public order and Shoplifting while Liverpool had more Drugs and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birchwood recorded fewer total crimes (405 vs 736).