Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA13 · Cumbria
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CA27 · Cumbria
5
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
St Bees has less crime — 5 vs 51 incidents in April 2026.
Cockermouth recorded substantially more crime than St Bees in April 2026 — 51 incidents compared to 5, a 10.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cockermouth sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (8) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while St Bees has more Anti-social behaviour (2) and Public order (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, St Bees recorded fewer crimes than Cockermouth — 5 vs 51 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. St Bees 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 St Bees had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, St Bees recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 51).