Liverpool vs Sefton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Liverpool

L15 · Liverpool

396

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences150
  • Shoplifting48
  • Anti-social behaviour47

Sefton

L29 · Sefton

28

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Drugs3
  • Shoplifting3

Sefton has less crime — 28 vs 396 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than Sefton in February 2026 — 396 incidents compared to 28, a 14.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (47), while Sefton has more Drugs (3). Liverpool sits above the national average for recorded crime while Sefton is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Liverpool or Sefton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Sefton recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 28 vs 396 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Sefton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Liverpool saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Sefton had more Drugs. Overall, Sefton recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 396).

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