Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH63 · Wirral
83
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CH5 · Flintshire
132
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birkenhead has less crime — 83 vs 132 incidents in February 2026.
Shotton recorded notably higher crime than Birkenhead in February 2026 — 132 vs 83 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while Shotton has more Public order (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birkenhead recorded fewer crimes than Shotton — 83 vs 132 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. Birkenhead is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Shotton had more Public order. Overall, Birkenhead recorded fewer total crimes (83 vs 132).