Crime Rate in Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury

The total recorded crimes in Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury, Cannock Chase, UK in February 2026 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury crime rate of 2.15 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 Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury, encompassing approximately 11,637 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (18.18% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury Crime Hotspots

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

  • Brooklyn Road with total crimes: 2
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 2
  • Melbourne Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury?

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

  • Relative to Cannock Chase:

    • In 2024, Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cannock Chase average, with 272 crimes compared to 587.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 14 other areas in the Cannock Chase.

    • In 2023, Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury had fewer crimes than the Cannock Chase average, with 262 crimes compared to 546. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 14 other areas in the Cannock Chase.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury crimes were 272. The crime rate of Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury in 2024 was 23.37 (year) or 1.95 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Cannock Chase.

In 2023, the total crimes in Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury were around 262 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.51 (year) or 1.88 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Cannock Chase.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury)CrimesRank (Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury)CrimesRank (Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury)
Cannock SouthNA NA1,593 11,517 1
Cannock WestNA NA943 2834 2
Western SpringsNA NA910 3755 3
Hednesford NorthNA NA719 5709 4
Norton CanesNA NA798 4662 5
Cannock EastNA NA556 7574 6
Brereton and RavenhillNA NA575 6513 7
Cannock NorthNA NA512 8512 8
Etching Hill and The HeathNA NA382 10415 9
Hawks GreenNA NA420 9342 10
Hednesford Green HeathNA NA379 11304 11
HagleyNA NA303 12282 12
Hednesford SouthNA NA225 14271 13
RawnsleyNA NA217 15235 15

Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Other theft 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 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Public order 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 5 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 147 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.31 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202613
January 202611
December 202514
November 202511
October 202513
September 202512
August 202511
July 202512
June 202512
May 202512
April 20256
March 202515
February 20255

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20252
September 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 30 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20263
December 20251
November 20253
October 20252
August 20255
July 20253
June 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20263
December 20252
November 20255
October 20252
August 20255
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20256
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
November 20253
October 20251
September 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
March 20252
February 20253

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
September 20251
August 20251
June 20251
March 20251

A total of 18 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20252
September 20251
August 20252
July 20252
June 20252
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20252
October 20251
September 20252
August 20251
July 20253
June 20255
May 20251
April 20253
February 20251

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
August 20251
July 20252
June 20251

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
April 20252
March 20251

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251

High Crime Locations Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury in February 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Heath Hayes East and Wimblebury postcode area is presented below.

1. Brooklyn Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Melbourne Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Acacia Grove (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Cannel Mount (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Bank Street (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Darwin Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Sam Barber Court (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Stafford Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Newlands Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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