Distington Crime Rate

Crime statistics for Distington, Copeland, reveal a crime rate of 41.4 per 1,000 residents for the period January 2025 to December 2025. This figure is notably lower than the UK average of 91.6 per 1,000, suggesting a relatively safer environment compared to the national picture. Distington's safety score is 89/100, significantly higher than the UK average of 79/100, further indicating a lower perceived risk. However, understanding the specific types of crime and their trends is essential for ensuring ongoing safety and security within the neighbourhood. While the overall rate is lower, targeted interventions can still address areas of concern and contribute to a more secure community.

The most recent data, covering January 2025 to December 2025, reveals the types of crime prevalent in Distington. Violence and sexual offences account for the largest proportion of reported incidents, comprising 43.8% (28 crimes) of the total. Public order offences follow closely at 20.3% (13 crimes), reflecting potential issues with disruptive behaviour within the neighbourhood. Criminal damage and arson contribute 7.8% (5 crimes), highlighting incidents of vandalism and deliberate fire-setting. Anti-social behaviour and other theft each represent 6.2% (4 crimes), while burglary, though a concern, accounts for a smaller proportion at 4.7% (3 crimes). The lower incidence of shoplifting (3.1%) and vehicle crime (1.6%) suggests a relatively lower risk in these specific areas, although vigilance remains important. Understanding the distribution of these crime types is crucial for targeted prevention strategies.

Crime rates in Distington have been steadily decreasing since January 2025. The most significant drop occurred in March 2025, with a monthly crime rate of just 1.9 per 1,000, a dramatic reduction from the 6.5 recorded in January. While rates fluctuated throughout the year, with peaks in February (7.1) and July/August (5.2), the overall trend remained downward. The most recent figures for December 2025 show a rate of 1.3 per 1,000, demonstrating a significant improvement. This -41.8% year-on-year decrease is a positive development, suggesting effective crime prevention strategies or a shift in criminal activity patterns.

How To Keep Safe in Distington

Given that violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crimes in Distington, it’s crucial to remain vigilant in public spaces. Be aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone at night. Due to the presence of public order offences, avoid confrontations and report any suspicious behaviour to the authorities. Given the incidence of criminal damage and arson, secure your property adequately and be mindful of potential fire hazards. Finally, consider joining a local neighbourhood watch scheme to foster a sense of community and shared responsibility for safety.

Crimes in Distington tend to be distributed across various times of the day and night. Burglary incidents show a slight concentration in the afternoon (34%) and evening (36%), while theft is more prevalent during the afternoon (47%) and evening (21%). Violence and sexual offences often occur during the evening hours (36%). Nighttime hours (12am - 6am) see a noticeable increase in burglary incidents (52%), suggesting a need for increased vigilance during these periods. Overall, there isn't a clear dominant time pattern, indicating that crime can occur at any time.

Comparing Distington to its neighbours reveals a varied picture. Winscales and Lowca both demonstrate zero reported crimes, offering a stark contrast. High Harrington, however, experiences a significantly higher crime rate of 67.9 per 1,000, highlighting potential localised challenges. Parton also has a considerably higher crime rate at 55.1 per 1,000, indicating that Distington’s relative safety is important to consider when assessing risk within the wider Copeland area.

Traditional CCTV systems often provide a record of incidents after they occur, but offer little in the way of proactive prevention. If you’re seeking a more robust level of protection for your Distington property, consider a system like scOS. scOS utilises AI to detect threats at your property boundary, employing multi-camera intelligence to watch all angles simultaneously. The system’s ability to instantly verify vehicles against the DVLA database and learn the patterns of your family and deliveries means it’s actively preventing crime, rather than simply recording it. The visible deterrent of professional-grade equipment and the autonomous response of scOS – activating lights and speakers to create an element of surprise – can often be enough to make potential intruders move on before they even attempt entry. Reading crime statistics is one thing; actively preventing threats at your property line is another.