Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L14 · Liverpool
240
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
L21 · Sefton
320
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Liverpool has less crime — 240 vs 320 incidents in April 2026.
Southport saw somewhat more crime than Liverpool in April 2026 (320 vs 240 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (35), while Southport has more Criminal damage & arson (28). 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 April 2026 Police data, Liverpool recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 240 vs 320 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Southport is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Liverpool saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Southport had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Liverpool recorded fewer total crimes (240 vs 320).