Liverpool vs Southport — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Liverpool

L27 · Liverpool

109

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

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

Southport

L37 · Sefton

79

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences28
  • Shoplifting12
  • Criminal damage & arson12

Southport has less crime — 79 vs 109 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool saw somewhat more crime than Southport in February 2026 (109 vs 79 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Public order (12) and Anti-social behaviour (12), while Southport has more Shoplifting (12) and Criminal damage & arson (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Liverpool or Southport safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Southport recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 79 vs 109 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Southport is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Liverpool saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while Southport had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (79 vs 109).

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