Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA13 · Cumbria
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CA12 · Cumbria
26
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Keswick has less crime — 26 vs 51 incidents in April 2026.
Cockermouth recorded notably higher crime than Keswick in April 2026 — 51 vs 26 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cockermouth sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (8) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Keswick has more Other theft (5) and Public order (5). 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, Keswick recorded fewer crimes than Cockermouth — 26 vs 51 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Keswick 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 Keswick had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Keswick recorded fewer total crimes (26 vs 51).