Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L32 · Knowsley
267
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WA10 · St Helens
318
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Kirkby has less crime — 267 vs 318 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens saw somewhat more crime than Kirkby in April 2026 (318 vs 267 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby sees higher rates of Other theft (23), while St Helens has more Public order (26). 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 St Helens — 267 vs 318 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. St Helens is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kirkby saw higher rates of Other theft while St Helens had more Public order. Overall, Kirkby recorded fewer total crimes (267 vs 318).