Birkenhead vs Waverton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birkenhead

CH62 · Wirral

68

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting23
  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Anti-social behaviour7

Waverton

CH3 · Cheshire West and Chester

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Waverton has less crime — 3 vs 68 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birkenhead recorded substantially more crime than Waverton in April 2026 — 68 incidents compared to 3, a 22.7x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birkenhead or Waverton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Waverton recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 3 vs 68 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Waverton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Birkenhead and Waverton?

In April 2026, Birkenhead's top crime category was Shoplifting (23 incidents) while Waverton's was Violence & sexual offences (2 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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