Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH41 · Wirral
514
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CH45 · Wirral
236
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Wallasey has less crime — 236 vs 514 incidents in April 2026.
Birkenhead recorded notably higher crime than Wallasey in April 2026 — 514 vs 236 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (62), while Wallasey has more Public order (26). 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, Wallasey recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 236 vs 514 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Birkenhead is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wallasey had more Public order. Overall, Wallasey recorded fewer total crimes (236 vs 514).