Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA13 · Warrington
42
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L37 · Sefton
79
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Lymm has less crime — 42 vs 79 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded notably higher crime than Lymm in February 2026 — 79 vs 42 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lymm sees higher rates of Public order (7), while Southport has more Criminal damage & arson (12). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Lymm recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 42 vs 79 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Lymm is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Lymm saw higher rates of Public order while Southport had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Lymm recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 79).