Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L32 · Knowsley
272
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WA10 · St Helens
324
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Kirkby has less crime — 272 vs 324 incidents in February 2026.
St Helens saw somewhat more crime than Kirkby in February 2026 (324 vs 272 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (28), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (42). 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, Kirkby recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 272 vs 324 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. St Helens is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kirkby saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, Kirkby recorded fewer total crimes (272 vs 324).