Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH62 · Wirral
68
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CH66 · Cheshire West and Chester
166
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Birkenhead has less crime — 68 vs 166 incidents in April 2026.
Ellesmere Port recorded notably higher crime than Birkenhead in April 2026 — 166 vs 68 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Ellesmere Port has more Public order (26) and Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Birkenhead recorded fewer crimes than Ellesmere Port — 68 vs 166 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Birkenhead is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Ellesmere Port had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birkenhead recorded fewer total crimes (68 vs 166).