Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L31 · Sefton
96
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA9 · St Helens
220
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Maghull has less crime — 96 vs 220 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens recorded notably higher crime than Maghull in April 2026 — 220 vs 96 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maghull sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (13), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (53). 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 April 2026 Police data, Maghull recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 96 vs 220 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Maghull is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Maghull saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, Maghull recorded fewer total crimes (96 vs 220).