Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA3 · Cumbria
102
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CA14 · Cumbria
158
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Carlisle has less crime — 102 vs 158 incidents in February 2026.
Workington recorded notably higher crime than Carlisle in February 2026 — 158 vs 102 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Carlisle sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21), while Workington has more Anti-social behaviour (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Carlisle recorded fewer crimes than Workington — 102 vs 158 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Carlisle is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Carlisle saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Workington had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Carlisle recorded fewer total crimes (102 vs 158).