Crime Rate in Brereton and Ravenhill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brereton and Ravenhill

The total recorded crimes in Brereton and Ravenhill, Cannock Chase, UK in July 2025 are around 49 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brereton and Ravenhill crime rate of 4.70 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Brereton and Ravenhill, encompassing approximately 10,435 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Brereton and Ravenhill Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4
  • Mckie Way with total crimes: 3
  • Chadwick Court with total crimes: 3

How safe is Brereton and Ravenhill?

To understand the safety of Brereton and Ravenhill, we need to analyze Brereton and Ravenhill crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Cannock Chase:

    • In 2024, Brereton and Ravenhill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cannock Chase average, with 575 crimes compared to 587.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Brereton and Ravenhill witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 14 other areas in the Cannock Chase.

    • In 2023, Brereton and Ravenhill had fewer crimes than the Cannock Chase average, with 513 crimes compared to 546. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Brereton and Ravenhill witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 14 other areas in the Cannock Chase.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cannock Chase, Brereton and Ravenhill has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Brereton and Ravenhill Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Brereton and Ravenhill has recorded 49 crimes with crime rate of 4.70 ranking 6th out of 14 in the Cannock Chase, UK

In 2024, the total Brereton and Ravenhill crimes were 575. The crime rate of Brereton and Ravenhill in 2024 was 55.10 (year) or 4.59 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Cannock Chase.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brereton and Ravenhill were around 513 crimes with yearly crime rate of 49.16 (year) or 4.10 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Cannock Chase.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Brereton and Ravenhill)CrimesRank (Brereton and Ravenhill)CrimesRank (Brereton and Ravenhill)
Cannock South109 11,593 11,517 1
Cannock West65 4943 2834 2
Western Springs75 2910 3755 3
Hednesford North65 3719 5709 4
Norton Canes64 5798 4662 5
Cannock East38 10556 7574 6
Etching Hill and The Heath47 7382 10415 9
Cannock North44 9512 8512 8
Hednesford Green Heath46 8379 11304 11
Hawks Green27 13420 9342 10
Hagley32 11303 12282 12
Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury27 12272 13262 14
Hednesford South21 15225 14271 13
Rawnsley24 14217 15235 15

Brereton and Ravenhill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 48 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
April 20252
March 20258
February 20254
January 20257
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 59 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20256
April 20251
March 202512
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 202410
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 249 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202521
May 202522
April 202521
March 202524
February 202516
January 202520
December 202416
November 202418
October 202425
September 202411
August 202427

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 67 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 20256
April 20258
March 20257
February 20255
January 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20249
September 20247
August 20245

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20243

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20256
April 20255
February 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20246
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 40 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20258
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20246
October 20247
September 20242
August 20243

High Crime Locations Brereton and Ravenhill in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Brereton and Ravenhill postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Robbery1
2. Mckie Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Chadwick Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. St Michael'S Drive (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Nursery Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Yew Tree Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Public order1
7. Coulthwaite Way (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
9. Town Wharf (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Cedar Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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