Crime Rate in Stafford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Stafford

The total recorded crimes in Stafford, UK in January 2026 are around 849 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Stafford crime rate of 6.20 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 Stafford, encompassing approximately 136,870 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (380) incidents (-9.31% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (113) incidents (2.73% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (55) incidents (3.77% increase)
Stafford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bridge Street with total crimes: 10
  • Jefferson Walk with total crimes: 10
  • Pasture Lane with total crimes: 10

Stafford Police Info:

Staffordshire Police

How safe is Stafford?

To understand the safety of Stafford, we need to analyze Stafford crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Stafford has recorded 11,685 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 85.37 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 190 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 9,817 crimes with a crime rate of 71.72, ranking it 232 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Staffordshire:

    • In 2024, Stafford reported a higher crime volume than the Staffordshire average, with 11,685 crimes compared to 9,044. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Stafford recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 7 other cities.

    • In 2023, Stafford experienced a greater number of crimes than the Staffordshire average, with 9,817 crimes compared to 8,480. This indicates a higher crime burden for the city in the region during this period. Additionally, Stafford recorded fewer crimes than 5 out of 7 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Stafford is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Staffordshire, Stafford has a higher crime rate in 2024.

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

Stafford Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Forebridge (168 crimes), and the safest, Gnosall & Woodseaves (9 crimes), is 159 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Stafford.

Similarly, the area of Central Stafford (216 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Gnosall & Haughton (17 crimes), with a difference of 199 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Stafford.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Forebridge168
St Michael's & Stonefield67
Manor67
Coton53
Highfields & Western Downs51

Safest Wards:

Barlaston12
Milford11
Weeping Cross & Wildwood10
Rowley9
Gnosall & Woodseaves9

Most Dangerous Areas:

Central Stafford216
Stone Town77
Mosspit & Silkmore Lane73
Highfields & Burton Manor67
Stafford Common & Great Bridgeford49

Safest Areas:

Weeping Cross & Brocton32
Littleworth & Hopton29
Weston & Haywood28
Fulford & Meir Heath24
Gnosall & Haughton17

Stafford Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Stafford has recorded 849 crimes with crime rate of 6.20 ranking 189th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 2 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 6 in terms of crime rate in Staffordshire.

In 2024, the total Stafford crimes were 11,685. The crime rate of Stafford in 2024 was 85.37 (year) or 7.11 (month) ranking it 190 danzarous in the UK. Stafford ranked 1 in terms of total crimes and 4 in terms of crime rate in Staffordshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Stafford were around 9,817 crimes with yearly crime rate of 71.72 (year) or 5.98 (month) ranking 232 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Staffordshire, Stafford ranked 3 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 6 as per crime rate of Stafford

CityJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Staffordshire)CrimesRank (Staffordshire)CrimesRank (Staffordshire)
Lichfield588 87,875 87,222 8
Staffordshire Moorlands579 77,361 76,533 7
South Staffordshire660 58,568 68,424 5
Newcastle-under-Lyme885 210,114 510,477 2
Cannock Chase698 48,804 28,187 4
East Staffordshire778 311,065 110,197 3
Tamworth488 16,880 36,980 1

Stafford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (380 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (113 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 419 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 110 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (336 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (135 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (375 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (136 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (347 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (104 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (350 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (161 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 406 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 181 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (449 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (165 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (374 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (156 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (394 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (128 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (331 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (128 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 329 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 102 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 114 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202610
December 20258
November 20255
October 202519
September 202516
August 202512
July 202511
June 20259
May 20257
April 20255
March 20256
February 20256

A total of 4490 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 374.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 449 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026380
December 2025419
November 2025336
October 2025375
September 2025347
August 2025350
July 2025406
June 2025449
May 2025374
April 2025394
March 2025331
February 2025329

A total of 897 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 74.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 99 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202654
December 202570
November 202552
October 202577
September 202576
August 202573
July 202599
June 202588
May 202576
April 202598
March 202585
February 202549

A total of 128 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.67 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202612
December 202519
November 20255
October 202510
September 202511
August 202512
July 202515
June 202511
May 202514
April 20253
March 20259
February 20257

A total of 395 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.92 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202630
December 202531
November 202532
October 202548
September 202536
August 202522
July 202546
June 202531
May 202530
April 202547
March 202515
February 202527

A total of 314 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.17 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202621
December 202542
November 202519
October 202528
September 202523
August 202522
July 202523
June 202530
May 202535
April 202528
March 202526
February 202517

A total of 262 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.83 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202625
December 202528
November 202525
October 202526
September 202515
August 202521
July 202524
June 202521
May 202521
April 202520
March 202519
February 202517

A total of 767 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 63.92 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 93 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202652
December 202593
November 202558
October 202559
September 202569
August 202565
July 202568
June 202556
May 202563
April 202578
March 202548
February 202558

A total of 1619 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 134.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 181 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026113
December 2025110
November 2025135
October 2025136
September 2025104
August 2025161
July 2025181
June 2025165
May 2025156
April 2025128
March 2025128
February 2025102

A total of 296 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202638
December 202513
November 202518
October 202525
September 202525
August 202523
July 202521
June 202526
May 202521
April 202540
March 202522
February 202524

A total of 610 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 50.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 78 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202655
December 202553
November 202537
October 202539
September 202541
August 202532
July 202549
June 202578
May 202570
April 202542
March 202552
February 202562

A total of 69 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20254
November 20254
October 20257
September 20259
August 20258
July 20256
June 20259
May 20256
April 20254
March 20253
February 20254

A total of 681 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 56.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202654
December 202557
November 202556
October 202564
September 202559
August 202548
July 202561
June 202554
May 202555
April 202566
March 202553
February 202554

A total of 24 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20251
October 20254
September 20251
August 20251
July 20251
June 20252
April 20256
March 20254
February 20252

High Crime Locations Stafford in January 2026

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

1. Bridge Street (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences7
Drugs2
Other crime1
2. Jefferson Walk (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
3. Pasture Lane (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs2
Public order1
4. Gaolgate Street (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Shoplifting1
Other theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Bridge Gardens (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting6
Other crime1

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