Crime Rate in Moss Bay and Moorclose: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Moss Bay and Moorclose

The total recorded crimes in Moss Bay and Moorclose, Allerdale, UK in July 2025 are around 63 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Moss Bay and Moorclose crime rate of 5.28 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 Moss Bay and Moorclose, encompassing approximately 11,925 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-30.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (12) incidents (1100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
Moss Bay and Moorclose Crime Hotspots

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

  • Needham Drive with total crimes: 5
  • Cusack Crescent with total crimes: 4
  • Crummock Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Moss Bay and Moorclose?

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

  • Relative to Allerdale:

    • In 2024, Moss Bay and Moorclose reported a higher crime volume than the Allerdale average, with 718 crimes compared to 483. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Moss Bay and Moorclose witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Allerdale.

    • In 2023, Moss Bay and Moorclose experienced a greater number of crimes than the Allerdale average, with 747 crimes compared to 456. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Moss Bay and Moorclose witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Allerdale.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Allerdale, Moss Bay and Moorclose has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Moss Bay and Moorclose Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Moss Bay and Moorclose has recorded 63 crimes with crime rate of 5.28 ranking 4th out of 15 in the Allerdale, UK

In 2024, the total Moss Bay and Moorclose crimes were 718. The crime rate of Moss Bay and Moorclose in 2024 was 60.21 (year) or 5.02 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Allerdale.

In 2023, the total crimes in Moss Bay and Moorclose were around 747 crimes with yearly crime rate of 62.64 (year) or 5.22 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Allerdale.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Moss Bay and Moorclose)CrimesRank (Moss Bay and Moorclose)CrimesRank (Moss Bay and Moorclose)
St John's and Great Clifton101 1833 2871 1
St Michael's89 21,006 1805 2
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
Cockermouth South17 14167 15157 15
Thursby1 1667 1676 16

Moss Bay and Moorclose 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 21 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.57 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
August 20242

A total of 275 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 30.56 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202530
February 202535
January 202541
December 202436
November 202435
October 202423
September 202427
August 202427

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

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20252

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
February 20259
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 59 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.56 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20254
February 20255
January 20257
December 20244
November 202410
October 20247
September 20246
August 20247

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 71 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.89 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202511
February 20254
January 202516
December 20243
November 20249
October 20246
September 20249
August 20248

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
October 20241

A total of 20 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20247
August 20243

High Crime Locations Moss Bay and Moorclose in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Moss Bay and Moorclose postcode area is presented below.

1. Needham Drive (Map)
Total5
Burglary3
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
2. Cusack Crescent (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Crummock Road (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Mosedale Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
5. A597 (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Davies Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Other theft1
7. Firth View Walk (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
8. Glenn Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Calder Drive (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Beverley Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1

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