Salford vs St Helens — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Salford

M6 · Salford

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

St Helens

WA11 · St Helens

52

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences20
  • Other theft9
  • Anti-social behaviour6

Salford has less crime — 1 vs 52 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Salford in February 2026 — 52 incidents compared to 1, a 52.0x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Salford or St Helens safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Salford recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 1 vs 52 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Salford is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Salford and St Helens?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Salford recorded 1 incidents of this type vs 20 in St Helens. Overall, Salford had fewer total crimes (1 vs 52).

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