Carlisle vs Carlisle — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Carlisle

CA2 · Cumbria

407

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences173
  • Public order52
  • Shoplifting41

Carlisle

CA3 · Cumbria

108

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Shoplifting18
  • Public order18

Carlisle has less crime — 108 vs 407 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Carlisle recorded substantially more crime than Carlisle in April 2026 — 407 incidents compared to 108, a 3.8x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Carlisle records significantly more (173 vs 39 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Carlisle or Carlisle safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Carlisle recorded fewer crimes than Carlisle — 108 vs 407 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Carlisle is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Carlisle recorded 173 incidents of this type vs 39 in Carlisle. Overall, Carlisle had fewer total crimes (108 vs 407).

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