Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L29 · Sefton
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
L21 · Sefton
293
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Sefton has less crime — 28 vs 293 incidents in February 2026.
Southport recorded substantially more crime than Sefton in February 2026 — 293 incidents compared to 28, a 10.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sefton sees higher rates of Drugs (3) and Shoplifting (3), while Southport has more Public order (25) and Criminal damage & arson (20). Sefton is below the national average while Southport is above, making Sefton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Sefton recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 28 vs 293 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Sefton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sefton saw higher rates of Drugs and Shoplifting while Southport had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Sefton recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 293).