Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L34 · Knowsley
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WA7 · Halton
214
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Knowsley has less crime — 100 vs 214 incidents in February 2026.
Runcorn recorded notably higher crime than Knowsley in February 2026 — 214 vs 100 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knowsley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (20), while Runcorn has more Public order (22). Knowsley is below the national average while Runcorn is above, making Knowsley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Knowsley recorded fewer crimes than Runcorn — 100 vs 214 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Knowsley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Knowsley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Runcorn had more Public order. Overall, Knowsley recorded fewer total crimes (100 vs 214).