Knowsley vs Liverpool — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Knowsley

L28 · Knowsley

174

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

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

Liverpool

L12 · Liverpool

124

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Public order11
  • Drugs10

Liverpool has less crime — 124 vs 174 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Knowsley saw somewhat more crime than Liverpool in February 2026 (174 vs 124 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knowsley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14), while Liverpool has more Public order (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Knowsley or Liverpool safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Liverpool recorded fewer crimes than Knowsley — 124 vs 174 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Knowsley saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Liverpool had more Public order. Overall, Liverpool recorded fewer total crimes (124 vs 174).

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