Garston vs Liverpool — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Garston

L18 · Liverpool

174

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences53
  • Anti-social behaviour43
  • Shoplifting20

Liverpool

L27 · Liverpool

109

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences45
  • Public order12
  • Anti-social behaviour12

Liverpool has less crime — 109 vs 174 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Garston recorded notably higher crime than Liverpool in February 2026 — 174 vs 109 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garston sees higher rates of Shoplifting (20), while Liverpool has more Public order (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Garston or Liverpool safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Liverpool recorded fewer crimes than Garston — 109 vs 174 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Garston saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Liverpool had more Public order. Overall, Liverpool recorded fewer total crimes (109 vs 174).

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