Crime Rate in Rawnsley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rawnsley

The total recorded crimes in Rawnsley, Cannock Chase, UK in July 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rawnsley crime rate of 5.52 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Rawnsley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Rawnsley Road with total crimes: 4
  • Briars Way with total crimes: 3
  • Rugeley Road with total crimes: 3

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 areas in the Cannock Chase.

    • 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 areas in the Cannock Chase.

  • 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 July 2025 the Rawnsley has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 5.52 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rawnsley)CrimesRank (Rawnsley)CrimesRank (Rawnsley)
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
Brereton and Ravenhill49 6575 6513 7
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

Rawnsley 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 10 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
September 20241

A total of 114 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202514
May 20257
April 20258
March 20257
February 202511
January 202512
December 20246
November 20249
October 20248
September 202410
August 202412

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
July 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
August 20241

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
March 20251
January 20252

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20255
April 20254
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
November 20244
October 20242
August 20246

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20253
February 20251
October 20242

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
September 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

High Crime Locations Rawnsley in July 2025

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

1. Rawnsley Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
2. Briars Way (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Rugeley Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
4. Longstaff Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sandown Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Other theft1
6. High Meadow (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Buds Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. The Dell (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
9. Longacres (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Cannock Wood Street (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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