Carlisle vs Orton — 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

Orton

CA5 · Cumbria

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Orton has less crime — 2 vs 108 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Carlisle recorded substantially more crime than Orton in April 2026 — 108 incidents compared to 2, a 54.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Carlisle records significantly more (39 vs 2 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 Orton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Orton recorded fewer crimes than Carlisle — 2 vs 108 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Orton is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Carlisle recorded 39 incidents of this type vs 2 in Orton. Overall, Orton had fewer total crimes (2 vs 108).

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