Crime in Cockermouth North: statistics, rates and trends
281 crimes were recorded in Cockermouth North in the 12 months to July 2026, 50.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Cockermouth North at a glance
- Crime trends in Cockermouth North
- Types of crime in Cockermouth North
- Cockermouth North compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Cockermouth North
- What happened after crimes were reported in Cockermouth North
- Population and deprivation in Cockermouth North
- Questions about crime in Cockermouth North
- About this data
281 crimes were recorded in Cockermouth North in the 12 months to July 2026, 50.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 137 reports (49% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Cockermouth North has the 3,026th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Cockermouth North | Cumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 281 | 22,903 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 50.0 | 81.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -10% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 5,622 | 280,495 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Cockermouth North was highest in the year to July 2019 (520 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (281). Over the whole period it fell 35%, 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 | 281 | 50.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 312 | 55.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 343 | 61.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 398 | 70.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 520 | 92.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 382 | 67.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 454 | 80.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 520 | 92.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 431 | 76.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 24 |
| June 2026 | 27 |
| May 2026 | 25 |
| April 2026 | 28 |
| March 2026 | 22 |
| February 2026 | 12 |
| January 2026 | 23 |
| December 2025 | 17 |
| November 2025 | 26 |
| October 2025 | 29 |
| September 2025 | 27 |
| August 2025 | 21 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Cockermouth North 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. The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+30%).
The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-24%) and violence and sexual offences (-22%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 137 | 24.4 | 0.71 | -22% |
| Public order | 34 | 6.0 | 0.91 | +10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 30 | 5.3 | 0.79 | +30% |
| Shoplifting | 21 | 3.7 | 0.45 | +40% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 19 | 3.4 | 0.22 | -24% |
| Other theft | 10 | 1.8 | 0.28 | -33% |
| Drugs | 9 | 1.6 | 0.49 | +0% |
| Other crime | 8 | 1.4 | 0.67 | -11% |
| Burglary | 6 | 1.1 | 0.30 | +100% |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 0.7 | 0.14 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.22 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.2 | 0.18 | -83% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.2 | 0.11 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Cockermouth North
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Cockermouth North recorded 137 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 48.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Cockermouth North
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Cockermouth North recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 12.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Cockermouth North
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Cockermouth North recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 10.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Cockermouth North
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Cockermouth North recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Cockermouth North
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Cockermouth North recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Cockermouth North
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Cockermouth North recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Cockermouth North
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Cockermouth North recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Cockermouth North
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Cockermouth North recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Cockermouth North
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Cockermouth North recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 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.
Vehicle crime in Cockermouth North
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Cockermouth North recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Cockermouth North
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Cockermouth North recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Cockermouth North
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Cockermouth North recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 83% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Cockermouth North
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Cockermouth North recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Cockermouth North, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Cockermouth North.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Cockermouth North |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cockermouth South | 190 | 28.0 | -44% |
| Dearham and Broughton | 263 | 32.3 | -35% |
| Bothel and Wharrels | 279 | 44.6 | -11% |
| Maryport South | 463 | 88.1 | +76% |
| Maryport North | 656 | 101.6 | +103% |
| St John's and Great Clifton | 953 | 122.2 | +144% |
| Seaton | 574 | 87.1 | +74% |
| Aspatria | 187 | 56.3 | +13% |
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 Cockermouth North over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Station Street | 27 |
| On or near Croftside | 19 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 17 |
| On or near Langdale Drive | 15 |
| On or near Supermarket | 13 |
| On or near Market Place | 12 |
| On or near St Helens Street | 10 |
| On or near Main Street | 10 |
| On or near Castlegate Drive | 9 |
| On or near Bridge Street Close | 8 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Cockermouth North 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 | 119 | 42.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 61 | 21.7% |
| Under investigation | 26 | 9.3% |
| Not recorded | 19 | 6.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 17 | 6.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 15 | 5.3% |
| Local resolution | 9 | 3.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 1.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 1.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.7% |
Cockermouth North has an estimated population of 5,622. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Cockermouth North sits in decile 6.4, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Cockermouth North |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 61.4% |
| Social rented homes | 21.0% |
| Private rented homes | 17.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.4 |
Is Cockermouth North a safe place to live?
Cockermouth North recorded 50.0 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 Cockermouth North?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 137 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (34).
Is crime in Cockermouth North going up or down?
Recorded crime in Cockermouth North was down 10% on the year before: 281 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 312 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Cockermouth North?
Cockermouth North 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 Cockermouth North. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.