Birkenhead vs Waverton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birkenhead

CH63 · Wirral

83

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences46
  • Shoplifting13
  • Anti-social behaviour11

Waverton

CH3 · Cheshire West and Chester

4

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Burglary2
  • Other theft1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Waverton has less crime — 4 vs 83 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Birkenhead recorded substantially more crime than Waverton in February 2026 — 83 incidents compared to 4, a 20.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birkenhead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13) and Anti-social behaviour (11), while Waverton has more Burglary (2) and Other theft (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birkenhead or Waverton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Waverton recorded fewer crimes than Birkenhead — 4 vs 83 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Waverton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Birkenhead and Waverton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birkenhead saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Waverton had more Burglary and Other theft. Overall, Waverton recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 83).

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