Keswick vs Kirkby Stephen — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Keswick

CA12 · Cumbria

26

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft5
  • Public order5
  • Violence & sexual offences5

Kirkby Stephen

CA17 · Cumbria

12

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Public order3
  • Other crime1

Kirkby Stephen has less crime — 12 vs 26 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Keswick recorded notably higher crime than Kirkby Stephen in April 2026 — 26 vs 12 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Keswick sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Kirkby Stephen has more Other crime (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 Keswick or Kirkby Stephen safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kirkby Stephen recorded fewer crimes than Keswick — 12 vs 26 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Kirkby Stephen is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Keswick and Kirkby Stephen?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Keswick saw higher rates of Other theft while Kirkby Stephen had more Other crime. Overall, Kirkby Stephen recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 26).

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