Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L33 · Knowsley
229
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WA9 · St Helens
220
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
St Helens has less crime — 220 vs 229 incidents in April 2026.
Kirkby and St Helens recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 229 and 220 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (35), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (53). 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, St Helens recorded fewer crimes than Kirkby — 220 vs 229 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Kirkby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kirkby saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, St Helens recorded fewer total crimes (220 vs 229).