Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WA4 · Warrington
65
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
WA5 · Warrington
113
crimes in March 2026
Near national average
Appleton has less crime — 65 vs 113 incidents in March 2026.
Great Sankey recorded notably higher crime than Appleton in March 2026 — 113 vs 65 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleton sees higher rates of Burglary (9) and Other crime (6), while Great Sankey has more Anti-social behaviour (15) and Public order (8). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Appleton recorded fewer crimes than Great Sankey — 65 vs 113 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Appleton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Appleton saw higher rates of Burglary and Other crime while Great Sankey had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Appleton recorded fewer total crimes (65 vs 113).