Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH63 · Wirral
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CW1 · Cheshire East
435
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birkenhead has less crime — 80 vs 435 incidents in April 2026.
Crewe recorded substantially more crime than Birkenhead in April 2026 — 435 incidents compared to 80, a 5.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11) and Anti-social behaviour (8), while Crewe has more Shoplifting (58) and Public order (45). Birkenhead is below the national average while Crewe is above, making Birkenhead the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Birkenhead recorded fewer crimes than Crewe — 80 vs 435 incidents. That is 82% 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 Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Crewe had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Birkenhead recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 435).