Knutsford vs Sefton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Knutsford

WA16 · Cheshire East

47

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences25
  • Public order7
  • Shoplifting5

Sefton

L29 · Sefton

37

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting11
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Public order6

Sefton has less crime — 37 vs 47 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Knutsford saw somewhat more crime than Sefton in April 2026 (47 vs 37 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Knutsford or Sefton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sefton recorded fewer crimes than Knutsford — 37 vs 47 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Sefton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Knutsford and Sefton?

In April 2026, Knutsford's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (25 incidents) while Sefton's was Shoplifting (11 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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