Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L32 · Knowsley
267
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
L20 · Sefton
495
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Kirkby has less crime — 267 vs 495 incidents in April 2026.
Southport recorded notably higher crime than Kirkby in April 2026 — 495 vs 267 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (38) and Other theft (23), while Southport has more Shoplifting (45) and Criminal damage & arson (41). 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 April 2026 Police data, Kirkby recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 267 vs 495 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Southport is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kirkby saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Southport had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Kirkby recorded fewer total crimes (267 vs 495).