Crime Rate in Cockermouth North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cockermouth North

The total recorded crimes in Cockermouth North, Allerdale, UK in July 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cockermouth North crime rate of 4.01 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 North, encompassing approximately 4,486 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Cockermouth North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Kirkfell Avenue with total crimes: 2
  • Main Street with total crimes: 1

How safe is Cockermouth North?

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

  • Relative to Allerdale:

    • In 2024, Cockermouth North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Allerdale average, with 325 crimes compared to 483.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cockermouth North recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 15 other areas in the Allerdale.

    • In 2023, Cockermouth North had fewer crimes than the Allerdale average, with 358 crimes compared to 456. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cockermouth North recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 15 other areas in the Allerdale.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Cockermouth North Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Cockermouth North has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 4.01 ranking 13th out of 15 in the Allerdale, UK

In 2024, the total Cockermouth North crimes were 325. The crime rate of Cockermouth North in 2024 was 72.44 (year) or 6.04 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Allerdale.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cockermouth North were around 358 crimes with yearly crime rate of 79.80 (year) or 6.65 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Allerdale.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cockermouth North)CrimesRank (Cockermouth North)CrimesRank (Cockermouth North)
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
Bothel and Wharrels40 10401 10318 11
Dearham and Broughton12 15235 13249 12
Aspatria23 12215 14218 14
Cockermouth South17 14167 15157 15
Thursby1 1667 1676 16

Cockermouth North 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 Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 128 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 14.22 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20258
February 202512
January 202524
December 202414
November 202418
October 202414
September 202418
August 202410

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 14 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
February 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
February 20256
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20251
September 20241

A total of 20 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20255
February 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Cockermouth North in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Shoplifting1
2. Kirkfell Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Main Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. High Sand Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Station Street (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
6. Challoner Court (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Shopping Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Horsman Street (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. New Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bridge Street Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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