Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L17 · Liverpool
293
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
L20 · Sefton
495
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Liverpool has less crime — 293 vs 495 incidents in April 2026.
Southport recorded notably higher crime than Liverpool in April 2026 — 495 vs 293 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (28) and Anti-social behaviour (27), while Southport has more Shoplifting (45) and Criminal damage & arson (41). 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 — 293 vs 495 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Southport is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Liverpool saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour while Southport had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Liverpool recorded fewer total crimes (293 vs 495).