Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH47 · Wirral
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CH44 · Wirral
302
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hoylake has less crime — 48 vs 302 incidents in February 2026.
Wallasey recorded substantially more crime than Hoylake in February 2026 — 302 incidents compared to 48, a 6.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hoylake sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18) and Public order (4), while Wallasey has more Anti-social behaviour (34) and Criminal damage & arson (32). Hoylake is below the national average while Wallasey is above, making Hoylake the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hoylake recorded fewer crimes than Wallasey — 48 vs 302 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Hoylake is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hoylake saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Wallasey had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hoylake recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 302).