Crime Rates in Liverpool - Crime Map & Statistics
View crime statistics across Liverpool using official Police.uk data. Explore the interactive map below or search a specific postcode to check local crime rates.
Crime Statistics for Liverpool
Liverpool is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage and a population of around 500,000. Our crime map uses official Police.uk data to show the latest reported crimes across the city, broken down by category and plotted on an interactive map.
Merseyside Police covers Liverpool and the wider Merseyside area. Crime patterns differ between the bustling city centre, waterfront, and residential suburbs.
Common Crime Types in Liverpool
In Jun 2026 to Aug 2026, the most common categories within 8 km of the city centre were violence and sexual offences (9,669), anti-social behaviour (2,640) and drugs (2,274). Liverpool city centre sees higher shoplifting and theft figures, particularly around the Liverpool ONE shopping district and Bold Street area, and bicycle theft is notable around the university campuses.
Safest Areas in Liverpool
Areas like Woolton, Childwall, Allerton, and Aigburth tend to have lower crime rates; Woolton and Allerton sit just outside the map's 8 km city view. The Wirral peninsula across the Mersey also has lower figures. The city centre reports higher crime, as most city centres do.
Frequently Asked Questions
How current is the Liverpool crime data?
Police.uk updates crime data monthly, typically with a 2-month delay. We process the latest available data and show the most recent 3-month period (currently Jun 2026 to Aug 2026).
Does the data cover wider Merseyside?
The city view shows crimes within 8 km of Liverpool city centre, which takes in parts of Wirral and Sefton. For surrounding areas like Birkenhead, St Helens, or Southport, enter their specific postcodes for detailed local data.
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