Crosby vs Southport — 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

Southport

L30 · Sefton

289

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

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

Crosby has less crime — 156 vs 289 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Southport recorded notably higher crime than Crosby in April 2026 — 289 vs 156 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Crosby sees higher rates of Shoplifting (31), while Southport has more Public order (34). 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 Southport safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Crosby recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 156 vs 289 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Southport is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Crosby saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Southport had more Public order. Overall, Crosby recorded fewer total crimes (156 vs 289).

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