Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA5 · Warrington
87
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA9 · St Helens
220
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Great Sankey has less crime — 87 vs 220 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Great Sankey in April 2026 — 220 incidents compared to 87, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Sankey sees higher rates of Public order (11) and Anti-social behaviour (11), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (53) and Criminal damage & arson (28). Great Sankey is below the national average while St Helens is above, making Great Sankey the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Great Sankey recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 87 vs 220 incidents. That is 60% 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 Public order and Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Great Sankey recorded fewer total crimes (87 vs 220).