Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L29 · Sefton
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WA11 · St Helens
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sefton has less crime — 28 vs 52 incidents in February 2026.
St Helens recorded notably higher crime than Sefton in February 2026 — 52 vs 28 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sefton sees higher rates of Drugs (3) and Shoplifting (3), while St Helens has more Other theft (9) and Anti-social behaviour (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Sefton recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 28 vs 52 incidents. That is 46% 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 St Helens had more Other theft and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Sefton recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 52).