Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L38 · Sefton
22
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA10 · St Helens
318
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Southport has less crime — 22 vs 318 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Southport in April 2026 — 318 incidents compared to 22, a 14.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southport sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while St Helens has more Public order (26). Southport is below the national average while St Helens is above, making Southport the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Southport recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 22 vs 318 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Southport is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Southport saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while St Helens had more Public order. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 318).