Is Dalton Safe?
Crime statistics for Dalton. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,355 total crimes recorded in Dalton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Dalton — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dalton safe?
Dalton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 31/100, rated Below Average. A total of 526 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 21.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Dalton are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Dalton in the last 12 months?
526 crimes were recorded in Dalton in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 21.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (434 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 614 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Dalton?
The most common crime in Dalton is Violent Crime, with 614 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 116.7% 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 Dalton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Dalton is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 21.2% — from 434 crimes in the previous 12 months to 526 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Dalton?
Dalton has a safety score of 31 out of 100 (Below 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 Dalton compare to the Cumbria Constabulary average?
Dalton has a safety score of 31/100, while the Cumbria Constabulary force area average is 26/100. Dalton 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 Dalton?
43.1% of crimes recorded in Dalton 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 Dalton?
614 violent crimes were recorded in Dalton in the last 12 months — representing 116.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 123 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 Dalton last updated?
The crime data for Dalton was last updated in May 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 Dalton with other areas?
You can compare Dalton 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.