Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L40 · Lancashire
33
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L21 · Sefton
293
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Burscough has less crime — 33 vs 293 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Burscough in February 2026 — 293 incidents compared to 33, a 8.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burscough sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (6) and Vehicle crime (5), while Southport has more Public order (25) and Criminal damage & arson (20). Burscough is below the national average while Southport 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 Southport — 33 vs 293 incidents. That is 89% 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 Southport had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Burscough recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 293).