Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L39 · Lancashire
60
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WA9 · St Helens
170
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Ormskirk has less crime — 60 vs 170 incidents in February 2026.
St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Ormskirk in February 2026 — 170 incidents compared to 60, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ormskirk sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (11), while St Helens has more Drugs (20). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ormskirk recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 60 vs 170 incidents. That is 65% 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 Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Drugs. Overall, Ormskirk recorded fewer total crimes (60 vs 170).