Lymm vs Southport — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lymm

WA13 · Warrington

42

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Public order7

Southport

L22 · Sefton

169

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences81
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Public order16

Lymm has less crime — 42 vs 169 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Southport recorded substantially more crime than Lymm in April 2026 — 169 incidents compared to 42, a 4.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Southport records significantly more (81 vs 17 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lymm or Southport safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Lymm recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 42 vs 169 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Lymm is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Lymm and Southport?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Lymm recorded 17 incidents of this type vs 81 in Southport. Overall, Lymm had fewer total crimes (42 vs 169).

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