Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH62 · Wirral
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CH66 · Cheshire West and Chester
141
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birkenhead has less crime — 59 vs 141 incidents in February 2026.
Ellesmere Port recorded notably higher crime than Birkenhead in February 2026 — 141 vs 59 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while Ellesmere Port has more Criminal damage & arson (14). 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 Ellesmere Port — 59 vs 141 incidents. That is 58% 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 Shoplifting while Ellesmere Port had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birkenhead recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 141).