Lymm vs St Helens — 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

St Helens

WA12 · St Helens

188

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences78
  • Shoplifting23
  • Public order20

Lymm has less crime — 42 vs 188 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Lymm in April 2026 — 188 incidents compared to 42, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lymm sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (23). 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 St Helens safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Lymm recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 42 vs 188 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Lymm is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lymm saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, Lymm recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 188).

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