Liverpool vs St Helens — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Liverpool

L13 · Liverpool

399

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences155
  • Shoplifting51
  • Drugs35

St Helens

WA9 · St Helens

170

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences70
  • Shoplifting21
  • Drugs20

St Helens has less crime — 170 vs 399 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool recorded notably higher crime than St Helens in February 2026 — 399 vs 170 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Liverpool records significantly more (155 vs 70 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Liverpool or St Helens safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, St Helens recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 170 vs 399 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Liverpool is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Liverpool and St Helens?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Liverpool recorded 155 incidents of this type vs 70 in St Helens. Overall, St Helens had fewer total crimes (170 vs 399).

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