Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L32 · Knowsley
272
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
L30 · Sefton
218
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Southport has less crime — 218 vs 272 incidents in February 2026.
Kirkby saw somewhat more crime than Southport in February 2026 (272 vs 218 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (28), while Southport has more Public order (27). 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, Southport recorded fewer crimes than Kirkby — 218 vs 272 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Kirkby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kirkby saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Southport had more Public order. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (218 vs 272).