Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L38 · Sefton
22
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA12 · St Helens
188
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Southport has less crime — 22 vs 188 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Southport in April 2026 — 188 incidents compared to 22, a 8.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southport sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (23) and Public order (20). 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 — 22 vs 188 incidents. That is 88% 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 and Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 188).