Westmorland and Furness Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Westmorland and Furness recorded a crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents in July 2025, significantly below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000 residents—25.6% lower. This improvement, despite the summer season's typically higher activity, may reflect effective policing strategies or community efforts. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48.7% of all incidents, followed by public order offences (10.9%) and criminal damage and arson (8.6%). The area's lower crime rate compared to the UK average is notable, particularly given its mix of rural and coastal landscapes, which often see higher crime rates in similar regions. Seasonal factors, such as the peak of the tourism season and festivals, likely influenced the higher incidence of public order offences. However, the overall rate remains a marked improvement, suggesting that local initiatives have successfully mitigated some of the risks associated with increased summer activity. The lower-than-average rates for property crimes, including shoplifting (38% below UK average) and other theft (27% below UK average), further reinforce the area's relatively safe profile, though the slight increase in violent crimes compared to the UK average highlights areas for continued focus.

July 2025 saw notable decreases in several crime categories, including bicycle theft, which dropped by 69.2% (13 to 4), and anti-social behaviour, which fell by 27.7% (112 to 81). These reductions may be linked to increased community engagement during the summer months or the impact of local festivals and events that promote safety initiatives. Conversely, robbery increased by 60% (5 to 8), and other crime rose by 28.1% (32 to 41), indicating areas requiring closer attention. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 48.7% of all crimes, but the rate was 2% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted policing in this area. Vehicle crime also increased by 23.8% (21 to 26), which could reflect changes in traffic patterns or parking habits during the summer tourist season.

The crime rate in Westmorland and Furness for July 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, declining slightly by 1.1% from 6.5 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests that interventions or seasonal patterns may have maintained a steady level of activity. On a daily basis, 47 crimes were reported over the 31 days, highlighting the frequency of incidents in the area. When scaled to the population of 230,185, this equates to one reported crime for every 156 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. While this rate is lower than the UK average, the daily figure underscores the need for ongoing community and policing efforts to manage crime effectively. The stability in the rate, combined with the relatively low monthly exposure, indicates that the area is performing below the national average, but with no significant shift in the overall trend.