Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L34 · Knowsley
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L31 · Sefton
80
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Maghull has less crime — 80 vs 100 incidents in February 2026.
Knowsley saw somewhat more crime than Maghull in February 2026 (100 vs 80 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knowsley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (20) and Drugs (11), while Maghull has more Anti-social behaviour (12) and Public order (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Maghull recorded fewer crimes than Knowsley — 80 vs 100 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Maghull is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Knowsley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Drugs while Maghull had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Maghull recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 100).