Croft vs Southport — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Croft

WA3 · Warrington

5

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Vehicle crime1
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Southport

L30 · Sefton

289

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences111
  • Public order34
  • Anti-social behaviour26

Croft has less crime — 5 vs 289 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Southport recorded substantially more crime than Croft in April 2026 — 289 incidents compared to 5, a 57.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Croft sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (1), while Southport has more Public order (34). Croft is below the national average while Southport is above, making Croft the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Croft or Southport safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Croft recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 5 vs 289 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Croft is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Croft and Southport?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Croft saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Southport had more Public order. Overall, Croft recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 289).

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