Garston vs St Helens — 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

St Helens

WA12 · St Helens

188

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences78
  • Shoplifting23
  • Public order20

Garston has less crime — 108 vs 188 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

St Helens recorded notably higher crime than Garston in April 2026 — 188 vs 108 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (11), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (23). 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 St Helens safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Garston recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 108 vs 188 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Garston and St Helens?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Garston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, Garston recorded fewer total crimes (108 vs 188).

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