Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L40 · Lancashire
42
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
L37 · Sefton
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Burscough has less crime — 42 vs 92 incidents in April 2026.
Southport recorded notably higher crime than Burscough in April 2026 — 92 vs 42 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burscough sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while Southport has more Shoplifting (15). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Burscough recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 42 vs 92 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Burscough is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Burscough saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Southport had more Shoplifting. Overall, Burscough recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 92).