Crime in Aspatria, Cumberland: statistics, rates and trends
201 crimes were recorded in Aspatria, Cumberland in the 12 months to August 2026, 60.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- 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
- Demographics of Aspatria, Cumberland
- Questions about crime in Aspatria, Cumberland
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (100), public order (32) and other theft (19) made up 75% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 2,598th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lower half.
| Measure | Aspatria, Cumberland | Cumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 201 | 23,055 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 60.5 | 82.2 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -12% | 0% | -1% |
| Population | 3,322 | 280,495 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Aspatria, Cumberland peaked in the year to August 2022 (273 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2024 (195). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 13%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 201 | 60.5 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 228 | 68.6 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 195 | 58.7 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 226 | 68.0 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 273 | 82.2 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 224 | 67.4 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 197 | 59.3 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 237 | 71.3 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 231 | 69.5 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 24 |
| 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 |
Compared with England and Wales, Aspatria, Cumberland recorded notably more public order (45% above the national rate). On the year before, public order rose from 20 to 32, while violence and sexual offences fell from 137 to 100.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 100 | 30.1 | 34.2 | -27% |
| Public order | 32 | 9.6 | 6.7 | +60% |
| Other theft | 19 | 5.7 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 18 | 5.4 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Other crime | 10 | 3.0 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Burglary | 5 | 1.5 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Anti-social behaviour | 4 | 1.2 | 15.4 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 4 | 1.2 | 8.5 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 1.2 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.9 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.3 | 0.8 | n/a |
| Drugs | 1 | 0.3 | 3.3 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
3 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Aspatria, Cumberland; the highest is Maryport North (96.7 per 1,000) and the lowest Cockermouth South (28.7).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aspatria, Cumberland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearham and Broughton | 282 | 34.6 | -43% |
| Bothel and Wharrels | 284 | 45.4 | -25% |
| Cockermouth North | 284 | 50.5 | -17% |
| Solway Coast | 367 | 57.8 | -5% |
| Wigton | 494 | 61.5 | +2% |
| Maryport North | 624 | 96.7 | +60% |
| Cockermouth South | 195 | 28.7 | -53% |
| Maryport South | 465 | 88.5 | +46% |
The 10 locations below account for 65% of the crime recorded in Aspatria, Cumberland over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “B5299” (28).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near B5299 | 28 |
| On or near St Mungo'S Park | 23 |
| On or near North View | 16 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 12 |
| On or near Crummock Close | 10 |
| On or near Paddock Close | 10 |
| On or near East Crescent | 9 |
| On or near Parking Area | 9 |
| On or near Fell View Close | 7 |
| On or near Park Road | 7 |
Of the 197 crimes in Aspatria, Cumberland with a recorded outcome, 16% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 7.6% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 4 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 95 | 48.2% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 32 | 16.2% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 25 | 12.7% | 11.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 15 | 7.6% | 5.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 8 | 4.1% | 4.7% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 3.0% | 3.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 2.0% | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 2.0% | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.5% | 0.5% |
Aspatria, Cumberland has an estimated population of 3,322 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has fewer students (3.6%, against 7.9%), fewer residents with Level 4 qualifications or above (21%, against 34%) and more residents with no qualifications (24%, against 18%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Aspatria, Cumberland average decile 3.3 (1 = most deprived), more deprived than average.
| Measure | Aspatria, Cumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.8% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.7% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 55.2% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.1% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 27.4% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 3.6% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 20.5% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 24.1% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 17.5% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 62.4% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 22.2% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 15.3% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.3 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Aspatria, Cumberland a safe place to live?
Aspatria, Cumberland recorded 60.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 2,598th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest). The categories most above the national rate were public order.
What is the most common crime in Aspatria, Cumberland?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 100 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by public order (32).
Is crime in Aspatria, Cumberland going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aspatria, Cumberland was down 12% on the year before: 201 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 228 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Aspatria, Cumberland?
About 3,322 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 25% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Aspatria, Cumberland?
Aspatria, Cumberland is policed by Cumbria.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.