Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L34 · Knowsley
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L22 · Sefton
130
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Knowsley has less crime — 100 vs 130 incidents in February 2026.
Southport saw somewhat more crime than Knowsley in February 2026 (130 vs 100 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knowsley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (20) and Drugs (11), while Southport has more Anti-social behaviour (18) and Public order (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Knowsley recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 100 vs 130 incidents. That is 23% 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 and Drugs while Southport had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Knowsley recorded fewer total crimes (100 vs 130).