Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CA2 · Cumbria
315
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CA14 · Cumbria
158
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Workington has less crime — 158 vs 315 incidents in February 2026.
Carlisle recorded notably higher crime than Workington in February 2026 — 315 vs 158 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Carlisle sees higher rates of Shoplifting (42), while Workington has more 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, Workington recorded fewer crimes than Carlisle — 158 vs 315 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Carlisle is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Carlisle saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Workington had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Workington recorded fewer total crimes (158 vs 315).