Carlisle vs Keswick — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Carlisle

CA1 · Cumbria

388

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences173
  • Public order38
  • Drugs31

Keswick

CA12 · Cumbria

26

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft5
  • Public order5
  • Violence & sexual offences5

Keswick has less crime — 26 vs 388 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Carlisle recorded substantially more crime than Keswick in April 2026 — 388 incidents compared to 26, a 14.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Carlisle sees higher rates of Drugs (31), while Keswick has more Other theft (5). Carlisle sits above the national average for recorded crime while Keswick is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Carlisle or Keswick safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Keswick recorded fewer crimes than Carlisle — 26 vs 388 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Keswick is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Carlisle and Keswick?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Carlisle saw higher rates of Drugs while Keswick had more Other theft. Overall, Keswick recorded fewer total crimes (26 vs 388).

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