Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH62 · Wirral
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CW8 · Cheshire West and Chester
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Weaverham has less crime — 24 vs 59 incidents in February 2026.
Birkenhead recorded notably higher crime than Weaverham in February 2026 — 59 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11) and Public order (7), while Weaverham has more Criminal damage & arson (5) and Other crime (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Weaverham recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 24 vs 59 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Weaverham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Weaverham had more Criminal damage & arson and Other crime. Overall, Weaverham recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 59).