Burscough vs Knowsley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Burscough

L40 · Lancashire

33

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Vehicle crime5

Knowsley

L28 · Knowsley

174

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences88
  • Drugs15
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Burscough has less crime — 33 vs 174 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Knowsley recorded substantially more crime than Burscough in February 2026 — 174 incidents compared to 33, a 5.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burscough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (5), while Knowsley has more Drugs (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Burscough or Knowsley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Burscough recorded fewer crimes than Knowsley — 33 vs 174 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Burscough is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Burscough and Knowsley?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Burscough saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Knowsley had more Drugs. Overall, Burscough recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 174).

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