Knowsley vs Liverpool — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Knowsley

L28 · Knowsley

174

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences88
  • Drugs15
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Liverpool

L27 · Liverpool

109

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences45
  • Public order12
  • Anti-social behaviour12

Liverpool has less crime — 109 vs 174 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Knowsley recorded notably higher crime than Liverpool in February 2026 — 174 vs 109 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knowsley sees higher rates of Drugs (15), while Liverpool has more Public order (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Knowsley or Liverpool safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Liverpool recorded fewer crimes than Knowsley — 109 vs 174 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Knowsley and Liverpool?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Knowsley saw higher rates of Drugs while Liverpool had more Public order. Overall, Liverpool recorded fewer total crimes (109 vs 174).

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