Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA2 · Warrington
320
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
L32 · Knowsley
267
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Kirkby has less crime — 267 vs 320 incidents in April 2026.
Birchwood saw somewhat more crime than Kirkby in April 2026 (320 vs 267 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchwood sees higher rates of Public order (34) and Criminal damage & arson (32), while Kirkby has more Anti-social behaviour (38) and Other theft (23). 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, Kirkby recorded fewer crimes than Birchwood — 267 vs 320 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Birchwood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birchwood saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Kirkby had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Kirkby recorded fewer total crimes (267 vs 320).