Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA2 · Warrington
354
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
L1 · Liverpool
1,936
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Birchwood has less crime — 354 vs 1,936 incidents in March 2026.
Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than Birchwood in March 2026 — 1,936 incidents compared to 354, a 5.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchwood sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (36) and Public order (35), while Liverpool has more Drugs (320) and Shoplifting (249). 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 — 354 vs 1,936 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Liverpool is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birchwood saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Liverpool had more Drugs and Shoplifting. Overall, Birchwood recorded fewer total crimes (354 vs 1,936).