Carlisle vs Cleator Moor — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Carlisle

CA2 · Cumbria

317

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences116
  • Shoplifting42
  • Public order41

Cleator Moor

CA25 · Cumbria

28

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Criminal damage & arson3
  • Anti-social behaviour2

Cleator Moor has less crime — 28 vs 317 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Carlisle recorded substantially more crime than Cleator Moor in February 2026 — 317 incidents compared to 28, a 11.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Carlisle sees higher rates of Shoplifting (42) and Public order (41), while Cleator Moor has more Criminal damage & arson (3) and Anti-social behaviour (2). Carlisle sits above the national average for recorded crime while Cleator Moor is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Carlisle or Cleator Moor safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Cleator Moor recorded fewer crimes than Carlisle — 28 vs 317 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Cleator Moor is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Carlisle saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Cleator Moor had more Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Cleator Moor recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 317).

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