Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L32 · Knowsley
272
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WA7 · Halton
214
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Runcorn has less crime — 214 vs 272 incidents in February 2026.
Kirkby saw somewhat more crime than Runcorn in February 2026 (272 vs 214 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (40) and Criminal damage & arson (28), while Runcorn has more Public order (22) and Drugs (20). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Runcorn recorded fewer crimes than Kirkby — 214 vs 272 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Kirkby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kirkby saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Runcorn had more Public order and Drugs. Overall, Runcorn recorded fewer total crimes (214 vs 272).