Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH62 · Wirral
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CW5 · Cheshire East
126
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birkenhead has less crime — 59 vs 126 incidents in February 2026.
Nantwich recorded notably higher crime than Birkenhead in February 2026 — 126 vs 59 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while Nantwich has more Anti-social behaviour (15). 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 Nantwich — 59 vs 126 incidents. That is 53% 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 Nantwich had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Birkenhead recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 126).