Is North Penrith and Alston Safe?
Crime statistics for North Penrith and Alston. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 412 total crimes recorded in North Penrith and Alston
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for North Penrith and Alston — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is North Penrith and Alston safe?
North Penrith and Alston has a CrimeRadar safety score of 43/100, rated Below Average. A total of 412 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 18.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in North Penrith and Alston are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in North Penrith and Alston in the last 12 months?
412 crimes were recorded in North Penrith and Alston 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 18.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (507 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 208 incidents.
What is the most common crime in North Penrith and Alston?
The most common crime in North Penrith and Alston is Violent Crime, with 208 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 50.5% 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 Penrith and Alston increasing or decreasing?
Crime in North Penrith and Alston is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 18.7% — from 507 crimes in the previous 12 months to 412 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for North Penrith and Alston?
North Penrith and Alston has a safety score of 43 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 North Penrith and Alston compare to the Cumbria Constabulary average?
North Penrith and Alston has a safety score of 43/100, while the Cumbria Constabulary force area average is 21/100. North Penrith and Alston 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 Penrith and Alston?
0% of crimes recorded in North Penrith and Alston 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 Penrith and Alston?
208 violent crimes were recorded in North Penrith and Alston in the last 12 months — representing 50.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 12 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 Penrith and Alston last updated?
The crime data for North Penrith and Alston 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 Penrith and Alston with other areas?
You can compare North Penrith and Alston 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.