Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA2 · Warrington
320
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
L28 · Knowsley
235
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Knowsley has less crime — 235 vs 320 incidents in April 2026.
Birchwood saw somewhat more crime than Knowsley in April 2026 (320 vs 235 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchwood sees higher rates of Public order (34) and Criminal damage & arson (32), while Knowsley has more Anti-social behaviour (31) and Drugs (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, Knowsley recorded fewer crimes than Birchwood — 235 vs 320 incidents. That is 27% 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 Knowsley had more Anti-social behaviour and Drugs. Overall, Knowsley recorded fewer total crimes (235 vs 320).