Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L40 · Lancashire
33
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L32 · Knowsley
272
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Burscough has less crime — 33 vs 272 incidents in February 2026.
Kirkby recorded substantially more crime than Burscough in February 2026 — 272 incidents compared to 33, a 8.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burscough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (5), while Kirkby has more Criminal damage & arson (28). Burscough is below the national average while Kirkby is above, making Burscough the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Burscough recorded fewer crimes than Kirkby — 33 vs 272 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Burscough is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Burscough saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Kirkby had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Burscough recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 272).