Crime in Aspatria, Cumberland: statistics, rates and trends
187 crimes were recorded in Aspatria, Cumberland in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 19% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Aspatria, Cumberland at a glance
- Crime trends in Aspatria, Cumberland
- Types of crime in Aspatria, Cumberland
- Aspatria, Cumberland compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Aspatria, Cumberland
- What happened after crimes were reported in Aspatria, Cumberland
- Population and deprivation in Aspatria, Cumberland
- Questions about crime in Aspatria, Cumberland
- About this data
187 crimes were recorded in Aspatria, Cumberland in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 19% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 97 reports (52% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Aspatria, Cumberland has the 2,770th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Aspatria, Cumberland | Cumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 187 | 22,903 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 56.3 | 81.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -19% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 3,322 | 280,495 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Aspatria, Cumberland was highest in the year to July 2022 (261 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (187). Over the whole period it fell 21%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 187 | 56.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 231 | 69.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 190 | 57.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 250 | 75.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 261 | 78.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 222 | 66.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 200 | 60.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 228 | 68.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 238 | 71.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 16 |
| June 2026 | 14 |
| May 2026 | 14 |
| April 2026 | 16 |
| March 2026 | 15 |
| February 2026 | 12 |
| January 2026 | 16 |
| December 2025 | 19 |
| November 2025 | 9 |
| October 2025 | 28 |
| September 2025 | 18 |
| August 2025 | 10 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Aspatria, Cumberland over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for other crime.
The largest increases were in public order (+25%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-38%) and violence and sexual offences (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 97 | 29.2 | 0.85 | -31% |
| Public order | 25 | 7.5 | 1.13 | +25% |
| Other theft | 18 | 5.4 | 0.85 | +100% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 16 | 4.8 | 0.71 | -38% |
| Other crime | 10 | 3.0 | 1.43 | +43% |
| Burglary | 4 | 1.2 | 0.34 | +100% |
| Shoplifting | 4 | 1.2 | 0.15 | -50% |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 1.2 | 0.24 | +33% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 3 | 0.9 | 0.06 | -57% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.9 | 0.93 | +200% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.3 | 0.37 | +0% |
| Drugs | 1 | 0.3 | 0.09 | -86% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.3 | 0.22 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Aspatria, Cumberland
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (29.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 51.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Aspatria, Cumberland
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 13.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Aspatria, Cumberland
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 9.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Aspatria, Cumberland
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Aspatria, Cumberland
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Aspatria, Cumberland
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Aspatria, Cumberland
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Aspatria, Cumberland
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Aspatria, Cumberland
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 57% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Aspatria, Cumberland
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Aspatria, Cumberland
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Aspatria, Cumberland
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 86% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Aspatria, Cumberland
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Aspatria, Cumberland, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Aspatria, Cumberland.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aspatria, Cumberland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearham and Broughton | 263 | 32.3 | -43% |
| Bothel and Wharrels | 279 | 44.6 | -21% |
| Cockermouth North | 281 | 50.0 | -11% |
| Solway Coast | 361 | 56.8 | +1% |
| Wigton | 506 | 63.0 | +12% |
| Maryport North | 656 | 101.6 | +81% |
| Cockermouth South | 190 | 28.0 | -50% |
| Maryport South | 463 | 88.1 | +56% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Aspatria, Cumberland over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near B5299 | 24 |
| On or near St Mungo'S Park | 21 |
| On or near North View | 15 |
| On or near Paddock Close | 11 |
| On or near Crummock Close | 10 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 9 |
| On or near East Crescent | 8 |
| On or near Fell View Close | 7 |
| On or near Park Road | 7 |
| On or near Parking Area | 7 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Aspatria, Cumberland over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 87 | 46.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 33 | 17.6% |
| Under investigation | 22 | 11.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 15 | 8.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 9 | 4.8% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 2.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 2.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 2.1% |
| Not recorded | 3 | 1.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.6% |
Aspatria, Cumberland has an estimated population of 3,322. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Aspatria, Cumberland sits in decile 3.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Aspatria, Cumberland |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 62.4% |
| Social rented homes | 22.2% |
| Private rented homes | 15.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.3 |
Is Aspatria, Cumberland a safe place to live?
Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 56.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Aspatria, Cumberland?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (25).
Is crime in Aspatria, Cumberland going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aspatria, Cumberland was down 19% on the year before: 187 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 231 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Aspatria, Cumberland?
Aspatria, Cumberland is policed by Cumbria. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Aspatria, Cumberland. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.