Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L25 · Liverpool
151
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
WA9 · St Helens
170
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Garston has less crime — 151 vs 170 incidents in February 2026.
Garston and St Helens recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 151 and 170 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (17) and Criminal damage & arson (15), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (21) and Drugs (20). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Garston recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 151 vs 170 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Garston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while St Helens had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Garston recorded fewer total crimes (151 vs 170).