Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH62 · Wirral
68
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CW8 · Cheshire West and Chester
36
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Weaverham has less crime — 36 vs 68 incidents in April 2026.
Birkenhead recorded notably higher crime than Weaverham in April 2026 — 68 vs 36 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Weaverham has more Public order (4) and Burglary (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Weaverham recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 36 vs 68 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Weaverham 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 Weaverham had more Public order and Burglary. Overall, Weaverham recorded fewer total crimes (36 vs 68).