Westmorland and Furness Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Westmorland and Furness reported 1374 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents—22.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, contextualised by the area’s population of 230,185, represents 1 reported crime for every 168 residents over the month. The crime profile was dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 45.3% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.6%) and public order issues (10.0%). These patterns align with the area’s seasonal dynamics, as October’s shorter days and Halloween festivities may have contributed to increased anti-social behaviour and public disorder. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.7 per 1,000, matched the UK average, while shoplifting and other theft remained significantly below national rates, suggesting effective local strategies or lower retail exposure in the region. The area’s relatively low vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (68% below UK average) may reflect its rural character, where fewer urban-centric crime drivers like dense nightlife or high-traffic zones are present. However, the sharp rise in robbery—doubling from 2 to 6 cases—raises questions about localized factors, such as increased foot traffic during October events or heightened vulnerability in specific areas.

October 2025 saw a 200% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 2 to 6 cases—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000 residents. This surge may be linked to Halloween-related activity or seasonal changes in public behaviour. Possession of weapons also rose by 69.2%, from 13 to 22 cases, a 43% increase above the UK average. Conversely, shoplifting fell 37% below the UK rate, with 89 incidents reported—potentially reflecting effective local deterrents or reduced retail activity during the month. Other crime decreased by 40.8%, from 49 to 29 cases, though this category remains 41% below the UK average. The mix of violent and property crimes shifted slightly, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 45.3% of all reported crimes, consistent with the area’s higher proportion of public order and criminal damage incidents compared to the UK.

Westmorland and Furness recorded 1374 crimes in October 2025, equating to 44 crimes reported per day across the district. This daily figure highlights the persistent presence of crime in the area, though the overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents remains 22.1% below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 168 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents relative to the population. The crime rate increased by 5.9% compared to the previous month’s 5.6 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. This shift may be influenced by seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the Halloween period, which can contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and public order issues. The population-scaled perspective shows that while the area is generally safer than the UK average, localized spikes in specific crime types—such as robbery and possession of weapons—suggest areas for targeted attention.