Crosby vs Liverpool — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Crosby

L23 · Liverpool

156

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences53
  • Shoplifting31
  • Anti-social behaviour21

Liverpool

L14 · Liverpool

240

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences101
  • Anti-social behaviour35
  • Public order24

Crosby has less crime — 156 vs 240 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool recorded notably higher crime than Crosby in April 2026 — 240 vs 156 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Crosby sees higher rates of Shoplifting (31), while Liverpool has more Public order (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Crosby or Liverpool safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Crosby recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 156 vs 240 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Liverpool is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Crosby and Liverpool?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Crosby saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Liverpool had more Public order. Overall, Crosby recorded fewer total crimes (156 vs 240).

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