Crime Rate in Cockermouth South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cockermouth South

The total recorded crimes in Cockermouth South, Allerdale, UK in July 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cockermouth South crime rate of 7.04 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Cockermouth South, encompassing approximately 2,415 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (42.86% increase)
  • Possession of weapons: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Cockermouth South Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Old Hall Went with total crimes: 5
  • Sonnet Way with total crimes: 3
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is Cockermouth South?

To understand the safety of Cockermouth South, we need to analyze Cockermouth South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Allerdale:

    • In 2024, Cockermouth South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Allerdale average, with 167 crimes compared to 483.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cockermouth South recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 15 other areas in the Allerdale.

    • In 2023, Cockermouth South had fewer crimes than the Allerdale average, with 157 crimes compared to 456. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cockermouth South recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 15 other areas in the Allerdale.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Allerdale, Cockermouth South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Cockermouth South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Cockermouth South has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 7.04 ranking 14th out of 15 in the Allerdale, UK

In 2024, the total Cockermouth South crimes were 167. The crime rate of Cockermouth South in 2024 was 69.14 (year) or 5.76 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Allerdale.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cockermouth South were around 157 crimes with yearly crime rate of 65.00 (year) or 5.42 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Allerdale.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cockermouth South)CrimesRank (Cockermouth South)CrimesRank (Cockermouth South)
St John's and Great Clifton101 1833 2871 1
St Michael's89 21,006 1805 2
Moss Bay and Moorclose63 4718 3747 3
Maryport North69 3707 4667 4
Harrington42 9610 5616 5
Seaton48 5547 7588 6
Solway Coast45 8548 6512 7
Keswick46 6386 11244 13
Wigton46 7515 8483 8
Maryport South30 11450 9391 9
Cockermouth North18 13325 12358 10
Bothel and Wharrels40 10401 10318 11
Dearham and Broughton12 15235 13249 12
Aspatria23 12215 14218 14
Thursby1 1667 1676 16

Cockermouth South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Possession of weapons was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Public order (4 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 66 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20257
February 202510
January 202510
December 20247
November 20248
October 20248
September 20245
August 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
February 20251
January 20251
September 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
January 20252
December 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
January 20252
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20251
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20251
September 20241

A total of 3 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20251
December 20245
September 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Cockermouth South in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Cockermouth South postcode area is presented below.

1. Old Hall Went (Map)
Total5
Possession of weapons2
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Sonnet Way (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. The Green (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Romely Place (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Mayo Park (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Mayo Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lodge Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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