Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L31 · Sefton
80
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WA10 · St Helens
324
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Maghull has less crime — 80 vs 324 incidents in February 2026.
St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Maghull in February 2026 — 324 incidents compared to 80, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maghull sees higher rates of Public order (9), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (42). Maghull is below the national average while St Helens is above, making Maghull the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Maghull recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 80 vs 324 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Maghull is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Maghull saw higher rates of Public order while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, Maghull recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 324).