Cockermouth vs Waverton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cockermouth

CA13 · Cumbria

51

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Vehicle crime8
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Waverton

CA7 · Cumbria

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft1

Waverton has less crime — 1 vs 51 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Cockermouth recorded substantially more crime than Waverton in April 2026 — 51 incidents compared to 1, a 51.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cockermouth sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (21) and Vehicle crime (8), while Waverton has more Other theft (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cockermouth or Waverton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Waverton recorded fewer crimes than Cockermouth — 1 vs 51 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Waverton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cockermouth and Waverton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cockermouth saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Vehicle crime while Waverton had more Other theft. Overall, Waverton recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 51).

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