Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA3 · Warrington
5
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
L20 · Sefton
495
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Croft has less crime — 5 vs 495 incidents in April 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Croft in April 2026 — 495 incidents compared to 5, a 99.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croft sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (1) and Anti-social behaviour (1), while Southport has more Shoplifting (45) and Criminal damage & arson (41). Croft is below the national average while Southport is above, making Croft the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Croft recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 5 vs 495 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Croft is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Croft saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour while Southport had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Croft recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 495).