WD22 Intelligence Updated March 2026Source: Merseyside Police Police

Birkenhead and Tranmere Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Birkenhead and Tranmere, localized within wirral.

Total Crimes

423
trending_up +20.5% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

147.71per 1k
trending_up +1.8% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

16,301

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences150
Shoplifting64
Anti-social Behaviour46
Public Order46
Drug Offences29
Criminal Damage & Arson25
Other Crime17
Other Theft13
Burglary10
Vehicle Crime9
Weapons Possession8
Robbery3
Bicycle Theft2
Theft from Person1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Horatio Street Map
Shoplifting: 26Other crime: 3Robbery: 1
30
On or near Catherine Street Map
Shoplifting: 8Public order: 5Drugs: 3
23
On or near Shopping Area Map
Violence and sexual offences: 9Shoplifting: 5Public order: 4
18
On or near Cedar Street Map
Anti-social behaviour: 6Violence and sexual offences: 5Criminal damage and arson: 3
15
On or near River Street Map
Drugs: 4Other theft: 3Possession of weapons: 3
12
On or near Burlington Street Map
Drugs: 5Anti-social behaviour: 3Other theft: 2
12
On or near Wellington Terrace Map
Violence and sexual offences: 12
12
On or near Milton Road East Map
Violence and sexual offences: 9Other theft: 2
11
On or near Lowwood Grove Map
Public order: 6Shoplifting: 4Other crime: 1
11
On or near Parking Area Map
Violence and sexual offences: 6Public order: 5
11

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Safety comparison within wirral district.

Local Rank

#22safest in wirral

National Safety

Top 2%Riskiest

City Average

75.37per 1k

Local Policing

Birkenhead and Tranmere

Merseyside Police

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Local Priorities

Feedback from the community highlights the following concerns: Groups of young people involved in intimidation, nuisance behaviour, and sporadic violence. Increases in retail theft affecting local businesses, including repeat offenders and organised shoplifting groups.
Alcohol‑related disorder, littering, and disruptive behaviour linked to public drinking in open spaces and transport areas. Anti‑social cycling, particularly pavement riding and dangerous manoeuvres.

Issued: 5 Mar 2026

Status Update

Neighbourhood police officers will be conducting high‑visibility patrols at peak times and hotspot locations.
Joint work with schools, youth services, and early intervention partners. Targeted enforcement against persistent offenders and holding local surgeries to support diversion and prevention.
We will be applying for a Public Space Protection Order (PSPOs) soon and will be holding surgeries for public consultation.
Partnership work with outreach, addiction services, and the local authority will be conducted and also licensing engagement with venues contributing to repeat incidents.
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Actioned: 5 Mar 2026

Engagement Events

MAY29

Community Surgery

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Community Police Surgery

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9:30 AM — 10:30 AM

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Waterstones Grange Road Birkenhead

JUN28

Community Surgery

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Community Police Surgery

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11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Church Rd and Liversidge Rd Tranmere

JUL1

Community Surgery

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Community Police Surgery

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9:30 AM — 10:30 AM

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Waterstones Grange Road Birkenhead

JUL9

Community Surgery

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Community Police Surgery

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11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Church Rd and Liversidge Rd Tranmere

SEP10

Community Surgery

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Community Police Surgery

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9:30 AM — 10:30 AM

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Waterstones Grange Road Birkenhead

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