Crosby vs St Helens — 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

St Helens

WA10 · St Helens

318

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences140
  • Anti-social behaviour33
  • Public order26

Crosby has less crime — 156 vs 318 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

St Helens recorded notably higher crime than Crosby in April 2026 — 318 vs 156 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Crosby sees higher rates of Shoplifting (31), while St Helens has more Public order (26). 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 St Helens safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Crosby recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 156 vs 318 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. St Helens is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Crosby and St Helens?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Crosby saw higher rates of Shoplifting while St Helens had more Public order. Overall, Crosby recorded fewer total crimes (156 vs 318).

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