Crime Rate in Cannington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cannington

The total recorded crimes in Cannington, Sedgemoor, UK in July 2025 are around 30 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cannington crime rate of 17.75 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 Cannington, encompassing approximately 1,690 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (-23.53% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Cannington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Forester Close with total crimes: 3
  • Bishop Road with total crimes: 2
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 2

How safe is Cannington?

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

  • Relative to Sedgemoor:

    • In 2024, Cannington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sedgemoor average, with 311 crimes compared to 1375.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cannington recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 11 other areas in the Sedgemoor.

    • In 2023, Cannington had fewer crimes than the Sedgemoor average, with 292 crimes compared to 1,013. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cannington recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 11 other areas in the Sedgemoor.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sedgemoor, Cannington has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Cannington Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Cannington has recorded 30 crimes with crime rate of 17.75 ranking 12th out of 11 in the Sedgemoor, UK

In 2024, the total Cannington crimes were 311. The crime rate of Cannington in 2024 was 183.99 (year) or 15.33 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Sedgemoor.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cannington were around 292 crimes with yearly crime rate of 172.75 (year) or 14.40 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Sedgemoor.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cannington)CrimesRank (Cannington)CrimesRank (Cannington)
Bridgwater South284 13,985 12,691 1
Bridgwater North & Central172 22,611 22,001 2
Highbridge & Burnham South115 51,847 31,399 3
Bridgwater East & Bawdrip147 31,399 5743 8
North Petherton134 41,797 41,270 4
Bridgwater West76 7950 7849 5
Brent65 81,032 6783 6
Burnham on Sea North77 6854 8764 7
Huntspill49 10701 9535 9
Cheddar64 9585 10478 10
King Alfred32 11423 11352 11

Cannington 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 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 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 (10 incidents) and then Burglary 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 8 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

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

In October 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 (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 30 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 162 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202517
May 202518
April 202516
March 202510
February 20258
January 202515
December 202415
November 202412
October 202412
September 202416
August 202410

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
November 20241

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
March 20251
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20254
April 20252
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Cannington in July 2025

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

1. Forester Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Bishop Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Four Forks Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Watery Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Banneson Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Lime Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
10. Meadow Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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