Crime Rate in Hednesford South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hednesford South

The total recorded crimes in Hednesford South, Cannock Chase, UK in March 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hednesford South crime rate of 3.04 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 Hednesford South, encompassing approximately 6,913 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Drugs: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Hednesford South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sussex Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Church Hill with total crimes: 2
  • Kings Avenue with total crimes: 2

How safe is Hednesford South?

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

  • Relative to Cannock Chase:

    • In 2024, Hednesford South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cannock Chase average, with 225 crimes compared to 587.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Hednesford South recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hednesford South had fewer crimes than the Cannock Chase average, with 271 crimes compared to 546. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Hednesford South recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Hednesford South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hednesford South has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 3.04 ranking 13th out of 14 in the Cannock Chase, UK

In 2024, the total Hednesford South crimes were 225. The crime rate of Hednesford South in 2024 was 32.54 (year) or 2.71 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Cannock Chase.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hednesford South were around 271 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.20 (year) or 3.27 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Cannock Chase.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cannock Chase)CrimesRank (Cannock Chase)CrimesRank (Cannock Chase)
Cannock South154 11,593 11,517 1
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
Rawnsley16 14217 15235 15

Hednesford 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 (10 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
April 20242

A total of 112 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20256
January 20258
December 20245
November 20244
October 202410
September 202412
August 20245
July 20247
June 202428
May 202412
April 20245

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
August 20241

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 9 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20253
December 20245
September 20241
August 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Hednesford South in March 2025

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

1. Sussex Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Church Hill (Map)
Total2
Drugs2
3. Kings Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Pitmen Way (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Keys Park Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Meadowsweet Way (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Dove Hollow (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
8. Albert Davie Drive (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Old Bakery Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. East Cannock Road (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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