Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH62 · Wirral
68
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CW5 · Cheshire East
133
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Birkenhead has less crime — 68 vs 133 incidents in April 2026.
Nantwich recorded notably higher crime than Birkenhead in April 2026 — 133 vs 68 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23), while Nantwich has more Public order (17). 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 Nantwich — 68 vs 133 incidents. That is 49% 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 while Nantwich had more Public order. Overall, Birkenhead recorded fewer total crimes (68 vs 133).