Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA16 · Cheshire East
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L22 · Sefton
130
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Knutsford has less crime — 44 vs 130 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Knutsford in February 2026 — 130 incidents compared to 44, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knutsford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6) and Drugs (4), 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, Knutsford recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 44 vs 130 incidents. That is 66% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Knutsford recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 130).