Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L1 · Liverpool
1,445
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
L21 · Sefton
293
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Southport has less crime — 293 vs 1,445 incidents in February 2026.
Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than Southport in February 2026 — 1,445 incidents compared to 293, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Drugs (244) and Shoplifting (177), while Southport has more Public order (25) and Criminal damage & arson (20). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Southport recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 293 vs 1,445 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Liverpool is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Liverpool saw higher rates of Drugs and Shoplifting while Southport had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (293 vs 1,445).