Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA7 · Halton
224
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
L20 · Sefton
495
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Runcorn has less crime — 224 vs 495 incidents in April 2026.
Southport recorded notably higher crime than Runcorn in April 2026 — 495 vs 224 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Runcorn sees higher rates of Public order (26) and Other crime (16), while Southport has more Shoplifting (45) and Criminal damage & arson (41). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Runcorn recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 224 vs 495 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Southport is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Runcorn saw higher rates of Public order and Other crime while Southport had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Runcorn recorded fewer total crimes (224 vs 495).