Garston vs Liverpool — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Garston

L19 · Liverpool

138

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Criminal damage & arson16
  • Shoplifting14

Liverpool

L6 · Liverpool

724

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences292
  • Drugs132
  • Public order62

Garston has less crime — 138 vs 724 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than Garston in February 2026 — 724 incidents compared to 138, a 5.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (16) and Shoplifting (14), while Liverpool has more Drugs (132) and Public order (62). 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, Garston recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 138 vs 724 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Liverpool is above the national average.

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 Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Liverpool had more Drugs and Public order. Overall, Garston recorded fewer total crimes (138 vs 724).

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