Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L40 · Lancashire
33
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L30 · Sefton
218
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Burscough has less crime — 33 vs 218 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Burscough in February 2026 — 218 incidents compared to 33, a 6.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burscough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (5), while Southport has more Public order (27). 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 218 incidents. That is 85% 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 Southport had more Public order. Overall, Burscough recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 218).