Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L15 · Liverpool
396
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
L5 · Liverpool
594
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Liverpool has less crime — 396 vs 594 incidents in February 2026.
Liverpool recorded notably higher crime than Liverpool in February 2026 — 594 vs 396 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Shoplifting (48) and Anti-social behaviour (47), while Liverpool has more Drugs (85) and Public order (64). 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, Liverpool recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 396 vs 594 incidents. That is 33% 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 Anti-social behaviour while Liverpool had more Drugs and Public order. Overall, Liverpool recorded fewer total crimes (396 vs 594).