Crime in High Furness: statistics, rates and trends
141 crimes were recorded in High Furness in the 12 months to July 2026, 35.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 83% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in High Furness at a glance
- Crime trends in High Furness
- Types of crime in High Furness
- High Furness compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in High Furness
- What happened after crimes were reported in High Furness
- Population and deprivation in High Furness
- Questions about crime in High Furness
- About this data
141 crimes were recorded in High Furness in the 12 months to July 2026, 35.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 83% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 71 reports (50% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, High Furness has the 3,632nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | High Furness | Westmorland and Furness | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 141 | 16,685 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 35.0 | 72.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +83% | +0% | -1% |
| Population | 4,028 | 230,185 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in High Furness was highest in the year to July 2021 (148 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (77). Over the whole period it rose 29%, 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 | 141 | 35.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 77 | 19.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 96 | 23.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 121 | 30.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 109 | 27.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 148 | 36.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 140 | 34.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 127 | 31.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 109 | 27.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 13 |
| June 2026 | 17 |
| May 2026 | 11 |
| April 2026 | 13 |
| March 2026 | 3 |
| February 2026 | 8 |
| January 2026 | 10 |
| December 2025 | 13 |
| November 2025 | 5 |
| October 2025 | 9 |
| September 2025 | 17 |
| August 2025 | 22 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in High Furness 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 violence and sexual offences (+115%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 71 | 17.6 | 0.51 | +115% |
| Other theft | 16 | 4.0 | 0.62 | +78% |
| Public order | 12 | 3.0 | 0.45 | +20% |
| Other crime | 8 | 2.0 | 0.94 | +100% |
| Burglary | 7 | 1.7 | 0.49 | +250% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 7 | 1.7 | 0.26 | +17% |
| Drugs | 7 | 1.7 | 0.53 | +133% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 6 | 1.5 | 0.10 | +100% |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 1.0 | 0.20 | +33% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.30 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.2 | 0.26 | -50% |
| Shoplifting | 1 | 0.2 | 0.03 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in High Furness
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. High Furness recorded 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 115% on the year before. It made up 50.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in High Furness
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. High Furness recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 78% on the year before. It made up 11.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in High Furness
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. High Furness recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 8.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in High Furness
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. High Furness recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in High Furness
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. High Furness recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 250% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in High Furness
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. High Furness recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in High Furness
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. High Furness recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 133% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in High Furness
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. High Furness recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in High Furness
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. High Furness recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in High Furness
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. High Furness 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in High Furness
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. High Furness 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 50% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in High Furness
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. High Furness recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to High Furness, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to High Furness.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs High Furness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ulverston | 843 | 67.9 | +94% |
| Dalton North | 307 | 49.7 | +42% |
| Low Furness | 99 | 23.5 | -33% |
| Dalton South | 404 | 69.2 | +98% |
| Hawcoat and Newbarns | 693 | 60.6 | +73% |
| Ormsgill and Parkside | 1,000 | 94.6 | +170% |
| Grange and Cartmel | 420 | 43.6 | +25% |
| Risedale and Roosecote | 841 | 70.7 | +102% |
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 High Furness over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Silver Lane | 14 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 13 |
| On or near Castle Wray | 13 |
| On or near Buckhorn Lane | 8 |
| On or near Parking Area | 8 |
| On or near Eller Riggs Brow | 7 |
| On or near Marsh Garth | 7 |
| On or near Seg Lane | 7 |
| On or near Burlington Close | 6 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 5 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in High Furness 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 | 44 | 31.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 27 | 19.1% |
| Under investigation | 24 | 17.0% |
| Local resolution | 11 | 7.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 11 | 7.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 6 | 4.3% |
| Not recorded | 6 | 4.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 3.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 2.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 1.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.7% |
High Furness has an estimated population of 4,028. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in High Furness sits in decile 6.0, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | High Furness |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 28.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.8% |
| Social rented homes | 4.4% |
| Private rented homes | 15.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.0 |
Is High Furness a safe place to live?
High Furness recorded 35.0 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 High Furness?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (16).
Is crime in High Furness going up or down?
Recorded crime in High Furness was up 83% on the year before: 141 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 77 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers High Furness?
High Furness 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 High Furness. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.