Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA5 · Warrington
107
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
L34 · Knowsley
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Knowsley has less crime — 100 vs 107 incidents in February 2026.
Great Sankey and Knowsley recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 107 and 100 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Sankey sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (17) and Public order (13), while Knowsley has more Shoplifting (20) and Drugs (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Knowsley recorded fewer crimes than Great Sankey — 100 vs 107 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. Knowsley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Great Sankey saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Knowsley had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Knowsley recorded fewer total crimes (100 vs 107).