Westmorland and Furness Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, Westmorland and Furness maintained a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.3% below the UK average of 7.4. This lower-than-average figure suggests that residents face a relatively reduced risk of encountering crime compared to the national picture. The most common category of crime reported was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45% of all incidents, followed by public order (10.5%) and criminal damage and arson (10.4%). These patterns may be influenced by the area's seasonal context, as September marks the start of the academic year and the return of students to local universities, which could contribute to increased social interactions and associated risks. The lower crime rate may also reflect the district's character as a mix of rural and semi-urban communities, where crime tends to be more dispersed and less concentrated in high-density areas. However, the relatively high rate of public order offences compared to the UK average suggests that local authorities may need to address specific challenges related to community engagement and event management, particularly during the transition from summer to autumn. The overall crime rate remains stable, but the breakdown of offences indicates that while violent crime is lower than average, other categories such as public disorder and property damage remain areas for focus. This data, when contextualised with the area's demographics and geography, offers a nuanced picture of how crime manifests in Westmorland and Furness, balancing the need for vigilance with the reassurance that the district is generally safer than many parts of the UK.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Westmorland and Furness. Other crime increased by 63.3%, rising from 30 to 49 incidents, suggesting a possible uptick in less-defined offences that may require further investigation. Conversely, theft from the person plummeted by 95.3%, dropping from 43 to 2 cases, potentially reflecting heightened awareness during the back-to-school season. Shoplifting rose by 26.9%, with 85 incidents reported, which may be linked to the influx of students and tourists. The area's violent crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents is 3% below the UK average, indicating a lower risk of violence compared to national trends. However, public order offences remain 11% above the UK average, highlighting a local challenge that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as university freshers' week.

Westmorland and Furness saw an 18.4% decrease in its crime rate from 6.9 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents between August and September 2025. This decline aligns with the area's generally lower crime profile compared to the UK average. Daily, the district experiences approximately 43 crimes, translating to one reported incident for every 177 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate suggests that the likelihood of encountering crime is relatively low for individuals living here. The population of 230,185 means that crime remains distributed across a broad base, reducing the concentration of risk in any single neighbourhood. These figures, while static, provide a tangible sense of scale for residents, showing that while crime exists, it does not dominate the daily lives of most people in the area.