Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA16 · Cheshire East
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L21 · Sefton
291
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Knutsford has less crime — 44 vs 291 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Knutsford in February 2026 — 291 incidents compared to 44, a 6.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knutsford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6) and Drugs (4), while Southport has more Public order (25) and Criminal damage & arson (20). Knutsford is below the national average while Southport is above, making Knutsford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Knutsford recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 44 vs 291 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Knutsford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Knutsford saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Drugs while Southport had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Knutsford recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 291).