Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L30 · Sefton
289
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WA9 · St Helens
220
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
St Helens has less crime — 220 vs 289 incidents in April 2026.
Southport saw somewhat more crime than St Helens in April 2026 (289 vs 220 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southport sees higher rates of Public order (34) and Anti-social behaviour (26), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (53) and Criminal damage & arson (28). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, St Helens recorded fewer crimes than Southport — 220 vs 289 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Southport is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Southport saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, St Helens recorded fewer total crimes (220 vs 289).