Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA13 · Cumbria
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CA24 · Cumbria
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Egremont has less crime — 20 vs 51 incidents in April 2026.
Cockermouth recorded substantially more crime than Egremont in April 2026 — 51 incidents compared to 20, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cockermouth sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (8) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Egremont has more Other theft (4) and Drugs (2). 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, Egremont recorded fewer crimes than Cockermouth — 20 vs 51 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Egremont is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cockermouth saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Egremont had more Other theft and Drugs. Overall, Egremont recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 51).