Carlisle vs Catterlen — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Carlisle

CA3 · Cumbria

108

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Shoplifting18
  • Public order18

Catterlen

CA11 · Cumbria

16

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Public order5
  • Other theft3

Catterlen has less crime — 16 vs 108 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Carlisle recorded substantially more crime than Catterlen in April 2026 — 108 incidents compared to 16, a 6.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Carlisle sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Catterlen has more Other theft (3). 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 Catterlen safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Catterlen recorded fewer crimes than Carlisle — 16 vs 108 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Catterlen is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Carlisle saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Catterlen had more Other theft. Overall, Catterlen recorded fewer total crimes (16 vs 108).

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