Liverpool vs Sefton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Liverpool

L13 · Liverpool

429

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences181
  • Public order50
  • Shoplifting37

Sefton

L29 · Sefton

37

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting11
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Public order6

Sefton has less crime — 37 vs 429 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than Sefton in April 2026 — 429 incidents compared to 37, a 11.6x difference. Liverpool sits above the national average for recorded crime while Sefton is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Liverpool or Sefton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sefton recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 37 vs 429 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Sefton is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Liverpool's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (181 incidents) while Sefton's was Shoplifting (11 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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