Birkenhead vs Holywell — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birkenhead

CH63 · Wirral

80

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences34
  • Criminal damage & arson11
  • Anti-social behaviour8

Holywell

CH8 · Flintshire

13

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Other theft1

Holywell has less crime — 13 vs 80 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birkenhead recorded substantially more crime than Holywell in April 2026 — 80 incidents compared to 13, a 6.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11), while Holywell has more Other theft (1). 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 Holywell safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Holywell recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 13 vs 80 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Holywell is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Holywell had more Other theft. Overall, Holywell recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 80).

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