Kirkby vs Knowsley — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Kirkby

L33 · Knowsley

194

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences63
  • Anti-social behaviour38
  • Public order23

Knowsley

L28 · Knowsley

174

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences88
  • Drugs15
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Knowsley has less crime — 174 vs 194 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Kirkby and Knowsley recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 194 and 174 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby sees higher rates of Public order (23), while Knowsley has more Drugs (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kirkby or Knowsley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Knowsley recorded fewer crimes than Kirkby — 174 vs 194 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Kirkby and Knowsley?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kirkby saw higher rates of Public order while Knowsley had more Drugs. Overall, Knowsley recorded fewer total crimes (174 vs 194).

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