Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L22 · Sefton
169
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
WA9 · St Helens
220
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Southport has less crime — 169 vs 220 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens saw somewhat more crime than Southport in April 2026 (220 vs 169 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southport sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (18) and Public order (16), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (53) and Criminal damage & arson (28). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Southport recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 169 vs 220 incidents. That is 23% fewer crimes. St Helens is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Southport saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while St Helens had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (169 vs 220).