Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA8 · Halton
274
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WA9 · St Helens
220
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
St Helens has less crime — 220 vs 274 incidents in April 2026.
Runcorn saw somewhat more crime than St Helens in April 2026 (274 vs 220 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Runcorn sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (48) and Public order (40), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (53) and Criminal damage & arson (28). 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, St Helens recorded fewer crimes than Runcorn — 220 vs 274 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Runcorn 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 St Helens had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, St Helens recorded fewer total crimes (220 vs 274).