Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA16 · Cumbria
16
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CA13 · Cumbria
17
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Appleby-in-Westmorland has less crime — 16 vs 17 incidents in February 2026.
Appleby-in-Westmorland and Cockermouth recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 16 and 17 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleby-in-Westmorland sees higher rates of Other crime (3), while Cockermouth has more Public order (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Appleby-in-Westmorland recorded fewer crimes than Cockermouth — 16 vs 17 incidents. That is 6% fewer crimes. Appleby-in-Westmorland is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Appleby-in-Westmorland saw higher rates of Other crime while Cockermouth had more Public order. Overall, Appleby-in-Westmorland recorded fewer total crimes (16 vs 17).