Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA3 · Cumbria
108
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
CA13 · Cumbria
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Cockermouth has less crime — 51 vs 108 incidents in April 2026.
Carlisle recorded notably higher crime than Cockermouth in April 2026 — 108 vs 51 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Carlisle sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18) and Public order (18), while Cockermouth has more Vehicle crime (8) and Criminal damage & arson (7). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cockermouth recorded fewer crimes than Carlisle — 51 vs 108 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Cockermouth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Carlisle saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Cockermouth had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cockermouth recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 108).