Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L13 · Liverpool
399
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
L30 · Sefton
218
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Southport has less crime — 218 vs 399 incidents in February 2026.
Liverpool recorded notably higher crime than Southport in February 2026 — 399 vs 218 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Shoplifting (51) and Drugs (35), while Southport has more Public order (27) and Anti-social behaviour (22). 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 — 218 vs 399 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Liverpool is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Liverpool saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Drugs while Southport had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (218 vs 399).