Liverpool vs St Helens — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Liverpool

L3 · Liverpool

1,905

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences559
  • Drugs320
  • Shoplifting248

St Helens

WA10 · St Helens

383

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences133
  • Drugs56
  • Anti-social behaviour40

St Helens has less crime — 383 vs 1,905 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than St Helens in March 2026 — 1,905 incidents compared to 383, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Shoplifting (248), while St Helens has more Anti-social behaviour (40). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Liverpool or St Helens safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, St Helens recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 383 vs 1,905 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Liverpool is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Liverpool and St Helens?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Liverpool saw higher rates of Shoplifting while St Helens had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, St Helens recorded fewer total crimes (383 vs 1,905).

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