Garston vs Liverpool — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Garston

L25 · Liverpool

151

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences64
  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Liverpool

L4 · Liverpool

641

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences252
  • Drugs88
  • Public order61

Garston has less crime — 151 vs 641 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than Garston in February 2026 — 641 incidents compared to 151, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (17) and Criminal damage & arson (15), while Liverpool has more Drugs (88) and Public order (61). 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 — 151 vs 641 incidents. That is 76% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Liverpool had more Drugs and Public order. Overall, Garston recorded fewer total crimes (151 vs 641).

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