Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH43 · Wirral
140
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CH49 · Wirral
131
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birkenhead has less crime — 131 vs 140 incidents in February 2026.
Birkenhead and Birkenhead recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 140 and 131 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (14) and Criminal damage & arson (14), while Birkenhead has more Anti-social behaviour (21) and Public order (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birkenhead recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 131 vs 140 incidents. That is 6% fewer crimes.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Birkenhead had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Birkenhead recorded fewer total crimes (131 vs 140).