Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA17 · Cumbria
3
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CA5 · Cumbria
2
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Orton has less crime — 2 vs 3 incidents in February 2026.
Kirkby Stephen recorded notably higher crime than Orton in February 2026 — 3 vs 2 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kirkby Stephen sees higher rates of Public order (2) and Criminal damage & arson (1), while Orton has more Shoplifting (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Orton recorded fewer crimes than Kirkby Stephen — 2 vs 3 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Orton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kirkby Stephen saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Orton had more Shoplifting. Overall, Orton recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 3).