Historically in Lancashire, Kirkby is believed to have been founded circa 870, although archaeological digs have produced evidence of habitation in the Bronze Age.

Is Kirkby a Viking?

That means places including Crosby, West Kirby, Formby, West Derby, Greasby, Kirkby, Croxteth, Toxteth, Heswall, Childwall and Thingwall all have a history as Viking settlements.

Is Kirkby a rough area?

Crime and Safety in Kirkby, Merseyside

Kirkby is the second most dangerous medium-sized town in Merseyside, and is among the top 10 most dangerous overall out of Merseyside's 39 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Kirkby in 2020 was 91 crimes per 1,000 people.