Garston vs Knowsley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Garston

L25 · Liverpool

108

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Public order12
  • Anti-social behaviour11

Knowsley

L34 · Knowsley

142

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Shoplifting27
  • Anti-social behaviour18

Garston has less crime — 108 vs 142 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Knowsley saw somewhat more crime than Garston in April 2026 (142 vs 108 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garston sees higher rates of Public order (12), while Knowsley has more Shoplifting (27). 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 Knowsley safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Garston recorded fewer crimes than Knowsley — 108 vs 142 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Garston saw higher rates of Public order while Knowsley had more Shoplifting. Overall, Garston recorded fewer total crimes (108 vs 142).

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