Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH63 · Wirral
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CH5 · Flintshire
144
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Birkenhead has less crime — 80 vs 144 incidents in April 2026.
Shotton recorded notably higher crime than Birkenhead in April 2026 — 144 vs 80 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11), while Shotton has more Shoplifting (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Birkenhead recorded fewer crimes than Shotton — 80 vs 144 incidents. That is 44% 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 while Shotton had more Shoplifting. Overall, Birkenhead recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 144).