Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA16 · Cumbria
16
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CA14 · Cumbria
158
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Appleby-in-Westmorland has less crime — 16 vs 158 incidents in February 2026.
Workington recorded substantially more crime than Appleby-in-Westmorland in February 2026 — 158 incidents compared to 16, a 9.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Appleby-in-Westmorland sees higher rates of Other crime (3) and Drugs (1), while Workington has more Public order (14) and Anti-social behaviour (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Appleby-in-Westmorland recorded fewer crimes than Workington — 16 vs 158 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Appleby-in-Westmorland is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Appleby-in-Westmorland saw higher rates of Other crime and Drugs while Workington had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Appleby-in-Westmorland recorded fewer total crimes (16 vs 158).