Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA16 · Cheshire East
47
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
L31 · Sefton
96
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Knutsford has less crime — 47 vs 96 incidents in April 2026.
Maghull recorded notably higher crime than Knutsford in April 2026 — 96 vs 47 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knutsford sees higher rates of Public order (7) and Shoplifting (5), while Maghull has more Criminal damage & arson (14) and Anti-social behaviour (13). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Knutsford recorded fewer crimes than Maghull — 47 vs 96 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Knutsford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Knutsford saw higher rates of Public order and Shoplifting while Maghull had more Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Knutsford recorded fewer total crimes (47 vs 96).