Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA8 · Halton
274
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
L20 · Sefton
495
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Runcorn has less crime — 274 vs 495 incidents in April 2026.
Southport recorded notably higher crime than Runcorn in April 2026 — 495 vs 274 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Runcorn sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (48) and Public order (40), 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 — 274 vs 495 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Southport is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Runcorn saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Southport had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Runcorn recorded fewer total crimes (274 vs 495).