Crime Rate in Cannock South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cannock South

The total recorded crimes in Cannock South, Cannock Chase, UK in March 2025 are around 154 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cannock South crime rate of 8.37 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 Cannock South, encompassing approximately 18,394 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (45) incidents (32.35% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (37) incidents (85.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (25) incidents (8.70% increase)
Cannock South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 15
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 10
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 10

How safe is Cannock South?

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

  • Relative to Cannock Chase:

    • In 2024, Cannock South reported a higher crime volume than the Cannock Chase average, with 1,593 crimes compared to 587. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Cannock South witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Cannock South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Cannock Chase average, with 1,517 crimes compared to 546. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cannock South witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cannock Chase, Cannock South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Cannock South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Cannock South has recorded 154 crimes with crime rate of 8.37 ranking 1th out of 14 in the Cannock Chase, UK

In 2024, the total Cannock South crimes were 1,593. The crime rate of Cannock South in 2024 was 86.60 (year) or 7.22 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Cannock Chase.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cannock South were around 1,517 crimes with yearly crime rate of 82.47 (year) or 6.87 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Cannock Chase.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cannock Chase)CrimesRank (Cannock Chase)CrimesRank (Cannock Chase)
Cannock West62 4943 2834 2
Western Springs81 2910 3755 3
Hednesford North62 3719 5709 4
Norton Canes60 6798 4662 5
Brereton and Ravenhill62 5575 6513 7
Cannock East44 7556 7574 6
Cannock North36 9512 8512 8
Hednesford Green Heath43 8379 11304 11
Etching Hill and The Heath31 10382 10415 9
Hawks Green22 12420 9342 10
Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury27 11272 13262 14
Hagley15 15303 12282 12
Hednesford South21 13225 14271 13
Rawnsley16 14217 15235 15

Cannock South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (45 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (37 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 30 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (49 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (29 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (42 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (41 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (45 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (37 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (35 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 226 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202523
January 202523
December 202414
November 202419
October 202416
September 202415
August 202419
July 202415
June 202428
May 202418
April 202411

A total of 134 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.17 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202512
January 20259
December 202421
November 20248
October 202410
September 20249
August 202410
July 202411
June 202410
May 202410
April 202411

A total of 487 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 40.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202545
February 202534
January 202543
December 202430
November 202449
October 202433
September 202442
August 202445
July 202430
June 202462
May 202437
April 202437

A total of 85 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 202514
December 20247
November 20249
October 20244
September 20248
August 20249
July 20246
June 20248
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 168 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202512
January 20259
December 202413
November 202410
October 202414
September 202418
August 202412
July 20247
June 202436
May 202413
April 20249

A total of 41 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20255
December 20243
November 20245
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 372 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202537
February 202520
January 202534
December 202437
November 202429
October 202429
September 202441
August 202430
July 202422
June 202442
May 202416
April 202435

A total of 60 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20245
October 20244
September 20243
August 20245
July 20247
June 20248
May 20246
April 20249

A total of 16 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
May 20245

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20244
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 17 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20251
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 30 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20242
September 20244
August 20242
July 20245
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Cannock South in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Cannock South postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total15
Shoplifting8
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total10
Public order6
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Price Street (Map)
Total8
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Conference/Exhibition Centre (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. Shopping Area (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting6
7. Vine Lane (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting6
8. Surrey Close (Map)
Total5
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Fairmount Drive (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

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