Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L38 · Sefton
22
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WA9 · St Helens
220
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Southport has less crime — 22 vs 220 incidents in April 2026.
St Helens recorded substantially more crime than Southport in April 2026 — 220 incidents compared to 22, a 10.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southport sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while St Helens has more Shoplifting (53). 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 220 incidents. That is 90% 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 Anti-social behaviour while St Helens had more Shoplifting. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 220).