Crime Rate in Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale

The total recorded crimes in Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale, South Lakeland, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale crime rate of 7.43 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 Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale, encompassing approximately 3,365 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (54.55% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (1) incidents (-75.00% decrease)
Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 4
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 2
  • Cock Brow with total crimes: 1

How safe is Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale?

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

  • Relative to South Lakeland:

    • In 2024, Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Lakeland average, with 355 crimes compared to 457.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 16 other areas in the South Lakeland.

    • In 2023, Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale had fewer crimes than the South Lakeland average, with 278 crimes compared to 357. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the South Lakeland.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Lakeland, Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 7.43 ranking 11th out of 16 in the South Lakeland, UK

In 2024, the total Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale crimes were 355. The crime rate of Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale in 2024 was 105.49 (year) or 8.79 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the South Lakeland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale were around 278 crimes with yearly crime rate of 82.61 (year) or 6.88 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the South Lakeland.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale)CrimesRank (Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale)CrimesRank (Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale)
Ulverston59 41,049 1996 1
Kendal Strickland and Fell81 1980 2864 2
Grange and Cartmel74 2622 4528 4
Windermere and Ambleside63 3752 3572 3
Kendal Nether47 7620 5512 5
Kendal Highgate57 5529 7419 6
Kendal South40 8536 6340 7
Levens and Crooklands49 6475 9241 11
Coniston and Hawkshead38 9482 8328 8
Bowness and Lyth35 10376 10326 9
Kent Estuary23 12282 12142 12
Upper Kent15 13189 13132 13
Kendal Castle9 16167 14118 14
Low Furness13 14129 15108 15
High Furness10 15114 1796 16
Burton and Holme2 17115 1675 17

Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale 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 17 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Public order recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 110 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 202511
March 20251
February 20258
January 202512
December 20247
November 202413
October 202410
September 202413
August 202418

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20248
August 20241

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
January 20252
December 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20251
December 20243
September 20241

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 10 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242

A total of 8 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale postcode area is presented below.

1. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Cock Brow (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Docker Brow (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Old Scotch Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Popplemire Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
9. Highfield Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Cockle Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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