Cleator Moor vs Workington — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cleator Moor

CA25 · Cumbria

26

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Drugs3
  • Weapons possession3

Workington

CA14 · Cumbria

169

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences77
  • Public order19
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Cleator Moor has less crime — 26 vs 169 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Workington recorded substantially more crime than Cleator Moor in April 2026 — 169 incidents compared to 26, a 6.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cleator Moor sees higher rates of Drugs (3) and Weapons possession (3), while Workington has more Public order (19) and Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cleator Moor or Workington safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cleator Moor recorded fewer crimes than Workington — 26 vs 169 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Cleator Moor is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cleator Moor and Workington?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cleator Moor saw higher rates of Drugs and Weapons possession while Workington had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cleator Moor recorded fewer total crimes (26 vs 169).

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