Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH42 · Wirral
346
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CH45 · Wirral
236
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Wallasey has less crime — 236 vs 346 incidents in April 2026.
Birkenhead saw somewhat more crime than Wallasey in April 2026 (346 vs 236 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (35), 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 346 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Birkenhead is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wallasey had more Public order. Overall, Wallasey recorded fewer total crimes (236 vs 346).