Egremont vs Whitehaven — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Egremont

CA24 · Cumbria

20

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Other theft4
  • Drugs2

Whitehaven

CA28 · Cumbria

161

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences67
  • Public order19
  • Criminal damage & arson19

Egremont has less crime — 20 vs 161 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Whitehaven recorded substantially more crime than Egremont in April 2026 — 161 incidents compared to 20, a 8.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Egremont sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Drugs (2), while Whitehaven has more Public order (19) and Criminal damage & arson (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Egremont or Whitehaven safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Egremont recorded fewer crimes than Whitehaven — 20 vs 161 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Egremont is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Egremont and Whitehaven?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Egremont saw higher rates of Other theft and Drugs while Whitehaven had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Egremont recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 161).

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