Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L40 · Lancashire
33
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L34 · Knowsley
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Burscough has less crime — 33 vs 100 incidents in February 2026.
Knowsley recorded substantially more crime than Burscough in February 2026 — 100 incidents compared to 33, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burscough sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (6) and Vehicle crime (5), while Knowsley has more Shoplifting (20) and Drugs (11). 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, Burscough recorded fewer crimes than Knowsley — 33 vs 100 incidents. That is 67% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Knowsley had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Burscough recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 100).