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

L16 · Liverpool

99

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Criminal damage & arson12
  • Anti-social behaviour11

Liverpool has less crime — 99 vs 174 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Knowsley recorded notably higher crime than Liverpool in February 2026 — 174 vs 99 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knowsley sees higher rates of Drugs (15), while Liverpool has more Criminal damage & arson (12). 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 — 99 vs 174 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Liverpool is also below the national average for crime.

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 Drugs while Liverpool had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Liverpool recorded fewer total crimes (99 vs 174).

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