Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA13 · Cumbria
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CA17 · Cumbria
12
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Kirkby Stephen has less crime — 12 vs 51 incidents in April 2026.
Cockermouth recorded substantially more crime than Kirkby Stephen in April 2026 — 51 incidents compared to 12, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cockermouth sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (8) and Criminal damage & arson (7), 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 Cockermouth — 12 vs 51 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Kirkby Stephen 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 Kirkby Stephen had more Public order and Other crime. Overall, Kirkby Stephen recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 51).