Is North Lakes and Shap Safe?
Crime statistics for North Lakes and Shap. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 374 total crimes recorded in North Lakes and Shap
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for North Lakes and Shap — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is North Lakes and Shap safe?
North Lakes and Shap has a CrimeRadar safety score of 52/100, rated Average. A total of 374 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 18.3% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in North Lakes and Shap are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in North Lakes and Shap in the last 12 months?
374 crimes were recorded in North Lakes and Shap 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 18.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (458 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 139 incidents.
What is the most common crime in North Lakes and Shap?
The most common crime in North Lakes and Shap is Violent Crime, with 139 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 37.2% 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 North Lakes and Shap increasing or decreasing?
Crime in North Lakes and Shap is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 18.3% — from 458 crimes in the previous 12 months to 374 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for North Lakes and Shap?
North Lakes and Shap has a safety score of 52 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 North Lakes and Shap compare to the Cumbria Constabulary average?
North Lakes and Shap has a safety score of 52/100, while the Cumbria Constabulary force area average is 21/100. North Lakes and Shap 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 North Lakes and Shap?
0% of crimes recorded in North Lakes and Shap 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 North Lakes and Shap?
139 violent crimes were recorded in North Lakes and Shap in the last 12 months — representing 37.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 10 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 North Lakes and Shap last updated?
The crime data for North Lakes and Shap 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 North Lakes and Shap with other areas?
You can compare North Lakes and Shap 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.