Crime in Wetheral, Cumberland: statistics, rates and trends
526 crimes were recorded in Wetheral, Cumberland in the 12 months to July 2026, 54.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Wetheral, Cumberland at a glance
- Crime trends in Wetheral, Cumberland
- Types of crime in Wetheral, Cumberland
- Wetheral, Cumberland compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Wetheral, Cumberland
- What happened after crimes were reported in Wetheral, Cumberland
- Population and deprivation in Wetheral, Cumberland
- Questions about crime in Wetheral, Cumberland
- About this data
526 crimes were recorded in Wetheral, Cumberland in the 12 months to July 2026, 54.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 295 reports (56% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Wetheral, Cumberland has the 2,855th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Wetheral, Cumberland | Cumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 526 | 22,903 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 54.0 | 81.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 9,741 | 280,495 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Wetheral, Cumberland was highest in the year to July 2019 (698 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (491). Over the whole period it rose 7%, 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 | 526 | 54.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 575 | 59.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 512 | 52.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 588 | 60.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 604 | 62.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 596 | 61.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 667 | 68.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 698 | 71.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 491 | 50.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 53 |
| June 2026 | 54 |
| May 2026 | 40 |
| April 2026 | 28 |
| March 2026 | 37 |
| February 2026 | 38 |
| January 2026 | 59 |
| December 2025 | 57 |
| November 2025 | 27 |
| October 2025 | 56 |
| September 2025 | 44 |
| August 2025 | 33 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Wetheral, 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 possession of weapons.
The largest increases were in public order (+18%) and drugs (+15%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-68%) and other crime (-39%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 295 | 30.3 | 0.88 | -5% |
| Public order | 52 | 5.3 | 0.80 | +18% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 48 | 4.9 | 0.73 | -11% |
| Drugs | 38 | 3.9 | 1.19 | +15% |
| Other theft | 26 | 2.7 | 0.42 | -10% |
| Other crime | 17 | 1.7 | 0.83 | -39% |
| Vehicle crime | 14 | 1.4 | 0.29 | +133% |
| Possession of weapons | 13 | 1.3 | 1.37 | +30% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 12 | 1.2 | 0.08 | -68% |
| Burglary | 7 | 0.7 | 0.20 | +40% |
| Shoplifting | 2 | 0.2 | 0.02 | -86% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.12 | -67% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.08 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Wetheral, Cumberland
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 295 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (30.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 56.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Wetheral, Cumberland
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 52 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 9.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Wetheral, Cumberland
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Wetheral, Cumberland
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Wetheral, Cumberland
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Wetheral, Cumberland
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 39% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Wetheral, Cumberland
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 133% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Wetheral, Cumberland
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Wetheral, Cumberland
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 68% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Wetheral, Cumberland
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Wetheral, Cumberland
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 86% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Wetheral, Cumberland
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Wetheral, Cumberland
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Wetheral, Cumberland, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Wetheral, Cumberland.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wetheral, Cumberland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harraby South | 295 | 73.4 | +36% |
| Harraby North | 794 | 101.3 | +88% |
| Botcherby | 637 | 94.8 | +75% |
| Upperby | 548 | 82.1 | +52% |
| Currock | 1,372 | 220.5 | +308% |
| Denton Holme | 714 | 106.4 | +97% |
| Castle | 2,682 | 448.9 | +731% |
| Stanwix Urban | 294 | 48.2 | -11% |
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 Wetheral, Cumberland over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Axson Drive | 161 |
| On or near Cumwhinton Drive | 34 |
| On or near Peter Gate | 14 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 13 |
| On or near Rotary Way | 13 |
| On or near Huntingdon Lane | 13 |
| On or near Haydock Drive | 12 |
| On or near Park Road | 11 |
| On or near Durdar Road | 9 |
| On or near Parking Area | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Wetheral, 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 | 220 | 41.8% |
| Under investigation | 97 | 18.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 64 | 12.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 32 | 6.1% |
| Local resolution | 30 | 5.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 30 | 5.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 12 | 2.3% |
| Not recorded | 12 | 2.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 10 | 1.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 5 | 1.0% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.8% |
Wetheral, Cumberland has an estimated population of 9,741. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Wetheral, Cumberland sits in decile 8.1, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Wetheral, Cumberland |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 85.1% |
| Social rented homes | 5.2% |
| Private rented homes | 9.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.1 |
Is Wetheral, Cumberland a safe place to live?
Wetheral, Cumberland recorded 54.0 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 Wetheral, Cumberland?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 295 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (52).
Is crime in Wetheral, Cumberland going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wetheral, Cumberland was down 9% on the year before: 526 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 575 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Wetheral, Cumberland?
Wetheral, 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 Wetheral, Cumberland. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.