Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH42 · Wirral
329
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CH44 · Wirral
302
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Wallasey has less crime — 302 vs 329 incidents in February 2026.
Birkenhead and Wallasey recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 329 and 302 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Public order (27), while Wallasey has more Criminal damage & arson (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, Wallasey recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 302 vs 329 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Birkenhead is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Public order while Wallasey had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Wallasey recorded fewer total crimes (302 vs 329).