Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L29 · Sefton
37
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA11 · St Helens
66
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Sefton has less crime — 37 vs 66 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens recorded notably higher crime than Sefton in April 2026 — 66 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sefton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11) and Public order (6), while St Helens has more Anti-social behaviour (15) and Burglary (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Sefton recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 37 vs 66 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Sefton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Sefton saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while St Helens had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Sefton recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 66).