Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L15 · Liverpool
396
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
L21 · Sefton
293
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Southport has less crime — 293 vs 396 incidents in February 2026.
Liverpool saw somewhat more crime than Southport in February 2026 (396 vs 293 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Shoplifting (48) and Anti-social behaviour (47), while Southport has more Public order (25) and Criminal damage & arson (20). 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, Southport recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 293 vs 396 incidents. That is 26% 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 Southport had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (293 vs 396).