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

WA11 · St Helens

66

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences28
  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Burglary5

St Helens has less crime — 66 vs 156 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Crosby recorded notably higher crime than St Helens in April 2026 — 156 vs 66 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Crosby sees higher rates of Shoplifting (31), while St Helens has more Burglary (5). 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, St Helens recorded fewer crimes than Crosby — 66 vs 156 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. St Helens is also below the national average for crime.

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 Burglary. Overall, St Helens recorded fewer total crimes (66 vs 156).

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