Crime Rate in Rawnsley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rawnsley

The total recorded crimes in Rawnsley, Cannock Chase, UK in March 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rawnsley crime rate of 3.68 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 Rawnsley, encompassing approximately 4,345 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-36.36% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Rawnsley Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Michaels Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Blackthorn Crescent with total crimes: 2
  • Sandown Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Rawnsley?

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

  • Relative to Cannock Chase:

    • In 2024, Rawnsley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cannock Chase average, with 217 crimes compared to 587.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rawnsley recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Rawnsley had fewer crimes than the Cannock Chase average, with 235 crimes compared to 546. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rawnsley recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rawnsley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Rawnsley has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 3.68 ranking 14th out of 14 in the Cannock Chase, UK

In 2024, the total Rawnsley crimes were 217. The crime rate of Rawnsley in 2024 was 49.94 (year) or 4.16 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Cannock Chase.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rawnsley were around 235 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.09 (year) or 4.51 (month) ranking 15 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
Hednesford South21 13225 14271 13

Rawnsley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 116 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202511
January 202512
December 20246
November 20249
October 20248
September 202410
August 202412
July 20248
June 202412
May 202415
April 20246

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
October 20246
September 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
April 20242

A total of 24 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
November 20244
October 20242
August 20246
July 20242
April 20242

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 9 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Rawnsley in March 2025

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

1. St Michaels Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
2. Blackthorn Crescent (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Sandown Close (Map)
Total2
Public order2
4. St Bernards Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Briars Way (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
6. Sevens Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Pagets Chase (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Glovers Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Chetwynd Park (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Cannock Wood Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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