Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA16 · Cheshire East
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WA12 · St Helens
137
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Knutsford has less crime — 44 vs 137 incidents in February 2026.
St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Knutsford in February 2026 — 137 incidents compared to 44, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knutsford sees higher rates of Drugs (4), while St Helens has more Public order (12). 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 St Helens — 44 vs 137 incidents. That is 68% 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 Drugs while St Helens had more Public order. Overall, Knutsford recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 137).