Crime Rate in Cannington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cannington

The total recorded crimes in Cannington, Sedgemoor, UK in May 2025 are around 31 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cannington crime rate of 18.34 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Cannington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Highbeer Close with total crimes: 4
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 3
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3

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 May 2025 the Cannington has recorded 31 crimes with crime rate of 18.34 ranking 11th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cannington)CrimesRank (Cannington)CrimesRank (Cannington)
Bridgwater South311 13,985 12,691 1
Bridgwater North & Central204 22,611 22,001 2
Highbridge & Burnham South129 51,847 31,399 3
Bridgwater East & Bawdrip180 31,399 5743 8
North Petherton156 41,797 41,270 4
Bridgwater West48 9950 7849 5
Brent110 61,032 6783 6
Burnham on Sea North71 7854 8764 7
Huntspill55 8701 9535 9
Cheddar42 10585 10478 10
King Alfred28 12423 11352 11

Cannington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 32 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244
July 20244
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 181 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202518
April 202516
March 202510
February 20258
January 202515
December 202415
November 202412
October 202412
September 202416
August 202410
July 20245
June 202424
May 202420

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 30 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20244
June 20248

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
November 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20242
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 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 13 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

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Cannington in May 2025

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

1. Highbeer Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Public order2
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Mill Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
7. Northbrook Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Meadow Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Wembdon Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sandford Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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