Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L39 · Lancashire
60
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L21 · Sefton
293
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Ormskirk has less crime — 60 vs 293 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Ormskirk in February 2026 — 293 incidents compared to 60, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ormskirk sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11) and Anti-social behaviour (11), while Southport has more Public order (25) and Criminal damage & arson (20). Ormskirk is below the national average while Southport is above, making Ormskirk the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ormskirk recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 60 vs 293 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Ormskirk is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ormskirk saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Southport had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ormskirk recorded fewer total crimes (60 vs 293).