Is South Whitehaven and St Bees Safe?
Crime statistics for South Whitehaven and St Bees. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 2,398 total crimes recorded in South Whitehaven and St Bees
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for South Whitehaven and St Bees — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Whitehaven and St Bees safe?
South Whitehaven and St Bees has a CrimeRadar safety score of 23/100, rated High Crime. A total of 594 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 35.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in South Whitehaven and St Bees are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in South Whitehaven and St Bees in the last 12 months?
594 crimes were recorded in South Whitehaven and St Bees 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 35.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (916 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,217 incidents.
What is the most common crime in South Whitehaven and St Bees?
The most common crime in South Whitehaven and St Bees is Violent Crime, with 1,217 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 204.9% 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 South Whitehaven and St Bees increasing or decreasing?
Crime in South Whitehaven and St Bees is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 35.2% — from 916 crimes in the previous 12 months to 594 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for South Whitehaven and St Bees?
South Whitehaven and St Bees has a safety score of 23 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 South Whitehaven and St Bees compare to the Cumbria Constabulary average?
South Whitehaven and St Bees has a safety score of 23/100, while the Cumbria Constabulary force area average is 26/100. South Whitehaven and St Bees is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in South Whitehaven and St Bees?
40.8% of crimes recorded in South Whitehaven and St Bees 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 South Whitehaven and St Bees?
1,217 violent crimes were recorded in South Whitehaven and St Bees in the last 12 months — representing 204.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 185 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 South Whitehaven and St Bees last updated?
The crime data for South Whitehaven and St Bees 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 South Whitehaven and St Bees with other areas?
You can compare South Whitehaven and St Bees 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.