Liverpool vs Lymm — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Liverpool

L14 · Liverpool

235

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences119
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Criminal damage & arson20

Lymm

WA13 · Warrington

42

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Shoplifting8
  • Public order7

Lymm has less crime — 42 vs 235 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than Lymm in February 2026 — 235 incidents compared to 42, a 5.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (25) and Criminal damage & arson (20), while Lymm has more Shoplifting (8) and Public order (7). Liverpool sits above the national average for recorded crime while Lymm is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Liverpool or Lymm safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Lymm recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 42 vs 235 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Lymm is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Liverpool saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Lymm had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Lymm recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 235).

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