Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L33 · Knowsley
194
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
L37 · Sefton
79
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Southport has less crime — 79 vs 194 incidents in February 2026.
Kirkby recorded notably higher crime than Southport in February 2026 — 194 vs 79 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (38) and Public order (23), while Southport has more Shoplifting (12) and Criminal damage & arson (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Southport recorded fewer crimes than Kirkby — 79 vs 194 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Southport is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kirkby saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Southport had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (79 vs 194).