Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L34 · Knowsley
142
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
L21 · Sefton
320
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Knowsley has less crime — 142 vs 320 incidents in April 2026.
Southport recorded notably higher crime than Knowsley in April 2026 — 320 vs 142 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knowsley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27) and Anti-social behaviour (18), while Southport has more Public order (31) and Criminal damage & arson (28). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Knowsley recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 142 vs 320 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Southport is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Knowsley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Southport had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Knowsley recorded fewer total crimes (142 vs 320).