Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA25 · Cumbria
26
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CA17 · Cumbria
12
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Kirkby Stephen has less crime — 12 vs 26 incidents in April 2026.
Cleator Moor recorded notably higher crime than Kirkby Stephen in April 2026 — 26 vs 12 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cleator Moor sees higher rates of Drugs (3) and Weapons possession (3), while Kirkby Stephen has more Public order (3) and Other crime (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Kirkby Stephen recorded fewer crimes than Cleator Moor — 12 vs 26 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Kirkby Stephen is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cleator Moor saw higher rates of Drugs and Weapons possession while Kirkby Stephen had more Public order and Other crime. Overall, Kirkby Stephen recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 26).