Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA5 · Warrington
87
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA12 · St Helens
188
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Great Sankey has less crime — 87 vs 188 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens recorded notably higher crime than Great Sankey in April 2026 — 188 vs 87 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Sankey 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Great Sankey recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 87 vs 188 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Great Sankey is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Great Sankey saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, Great Sankey recorded fewer total crimes (87 vs 188).