Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
FY3 · Blackpool
318
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
FY4 · Blackpool
271
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Blackpool has less crime — 271 vs 318 incidents in February 2026.
Blackpool saw somewhat more crime than Blackpool in February 2026 (318 vs 271 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blackpool sees higher rates of Other theft (21), while Blackpool has more Criminal damage & arson (25). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Blackpool recorded fewer crimes than Blackpool — 271 vs 318 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Blackpool is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Blackpool saw higher rates of Other theft while Blackpool had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Blackpool recorded fewer total crimes (271 vs 318).