Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
L33 · Knowsley
194
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
L34 · Knowsley
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Knowsley has less crime — 100 vs 194 incidents in February 2026.
Kirkby recorded notably higher crime than Knowsley in February 2026 — 194 vs 100 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (38) and Public order (23), while Knowsley has more Shoplifting (20) and Drugs (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Knowsley recorded fewer crimes than Kirkby — 100 vs 194 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Knowsley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kirkby saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Knowsley had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Knowsley recorded fewer total crimes (100 vs 194).