Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH62 · Wirral
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CH63 · Wirral
83
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Birkenhead has less crime — 59 vs 83 incidents in February 2026.
Birkenhead saw somewhat more crime than Birkenhead in February 2026 (83 vs 59 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Public order (7), while Birkenhead has more Anti-social behaviour (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birkenhead recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 59 vs 83 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Birkenhead is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Public order while Birkenhead had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Birkenhead recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 83).