Garston vs Southport — 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

Southport

L22 · Sefton

130

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences60
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Public order10

Southport has less crime — 130 vs 174 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Garston saw somewhat more crime than Southport in February 2026 (174 vs 130 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garston sees higher rates of Shoplifting (20), while Southport has more Public order (10). 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 Southport safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Southport recorded fewer crimes than Garston — 130 vs 174 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Garston saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Southport had more Public order. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (130 vs 174).

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