Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH63 · Wirral
83
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CW6 · Cheshire West and Chester
9
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Tarporley has less crime — 9 vs 83 incidents in February 2026.
Birkenhead recorded substantially more crime than Tarporley in February 2026 — 83 incidents compared to 9, a 9.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13) and Anti-social behaviour (11), while Tarporley has more Public order (3) and Burglary (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, Tarporley recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 9 vs 83 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Tarporley 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 Anti-social behaviour while Tarporley had more Public order and Burglary. Overall, Tarporley recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 83).