Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L40 · Lancashire
42
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA9 · St Helens
220
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Burscough has less crime — 42 vs 220 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Burscough in April 2026 — 220 incidents compared to 42, a 5.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burscough sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (53). Burscough is below the national average while St Helens is above, making Burscough the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Burscough recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 42 vs 220 incidents. That is 81% 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 Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, Burscough recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 220).