Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA2 · Warrington
338
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WA10 · St Helens
324
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
St Helens has less crime — 324 vs 338 incidents in February 2026.
Birchwood and St Helens recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 338 and 324 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birchwood sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (32) and Public order (26), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (42) and Anti-social behaviour (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 February 2026 Police data, St Helens recorded fewer crimes than Birchwood — 324 vs 338 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Birchwood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birchwood saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Public order while St Helens had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, St Helens recorded fewer total crimes (324 vs 338).