Knowsley vs St Helens — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Knowsley

L34 · Knowsley

100

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Shoplifting20
  • Drugs11

St Helens

WA9 · St Helens

170

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences70
  • Shoplifting21
  • Drugs20

Knowsley has less crime — 100 vs 170 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

St Helens recorded notably higher crime than Knowsley in February 2026 — 170 vs 100 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though St Helens records significantly more (70 vs 35 incidents). 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 St Helens safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Knowsley recorded fewer crimes than St Helens — 100 vs 170 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Knowsley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Knowsley and St Helens?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Knowsley recorded 35 incidents of this type vs 70 in St Helens. Overall, Knowsley had fewer total crimes (100 vs 170).

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