Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA13 · Cumbria
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CA28 · Cumbria
161
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Cockermouth has less crime — 51 vs 161 incidents in April 2026.
Whitehaven recorded substantially more crime than Cockermouth in April 2026 — 161 incidents compared to 51, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cockermouth sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (8), while Whitehaven has more Public order (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cockermouth recorded fewer crimes than Whitehaven — 51 vs 161 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Cockermouth 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 while Whitehaven had more Public order. Overall, Cockermouth recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 161).