Is Appleby Safe?
Crime statistics for Appleby. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 1,026 total crimes recorded in Appleby
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Appleby — last 24 months
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Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Appleby by safety score
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Appleby safe?
Appleby has a CrimeRadar safety score of 50/100, rated Average. A total of 440 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 24.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Appleby are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Appleby in the last 12 months?
440 crimes were recorded in Appleby in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 24.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (586 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 454 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Appleby?
The most common crime in Appleby is Violent Crime, with 454 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 103.2% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Appleby increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Appleby is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 24.9% — from 586 crimes in the previous 12 months to 440 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Appleby?
Appleby has a safety score of 50 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Appleby compare to the Cumbria Constabulary average?
Appleby has a safety score of 50/100, while the Cumbria Constabulary force area average is 21/100. Appleby is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Appleby?
49% of crimes recorded in Appleby resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Cumbria Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Appleby?
454 violent crimes were recorded in Appleby in the last 12 months — representing 103.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 69 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Appleby last updated?
The crime data for Appleby was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Appleby with other areas?
You can compare Appleby with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.