Crime Rate in Gnosall & Woodseaves: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gnosall & Woodseaves

The total recorded crimes in Gnosall & Woodseaves, Stafford, UK in May 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gnosall & Woodseaves crime rate of 13.29 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 Gnosall & Woodseaves, encompassing approximately 2,182 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (116.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Gnosall & Woodseaves Crime Hotspots

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

  • Fountain Fold with total crimes: 3
  • The Flashes with total crimes: 2
  • St Lawrence Way with total crimes: 2

How safe is Gnosall & Woodseaves?

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

  • Relative to Stafford:

    • In 2024, Gnosall & Woodseaves demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stafford average, with 252 crimes compared to 508.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Gnosall & Woodseaves recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 22 other areas in the Stafford.

    • In 2023, Gnosall & Woodseaves had fewer crimes than the Stafford average, with 251 crimes compared to 427. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Gnosall & Woodseaves recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 22 other areas in the Stafford.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Stafford, Gnosall & Woodseaves has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Gnosall & Woodseaves Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Gnosall & Woodseaves has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 13.29 ranking 14th out of 22 in the Stafford, UK

In 2024, the total Gnosall & Woodseaves crimes were 252. The crime rate of Gnosall & Woodseaves in 2024 was 115.46 (year) or 9.62 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Stafford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gnosall & Woodseaves were around 251 crimes with yearly crime rate of 115.01 (year) or 9.58 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Stafford.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gnosall & Woodseaves)CrimesRank (Gnosall & Woodseaves)CrimesRank (Gnosall & Woodseaves)
Forebridge128 12,171 11,453 1
Coton94 2910 2865 2
Highfields & Western Downs53 4761 5724 3
Manor48 6878 3714 4
St Michael's & Stonefield69 3866 4682 5
Common50 5566 7460 8
Walton39 10646 6492 6
Eccleshall39 9507 8473 7
Milwich44 7467 10308 13
Seighford & Church Eaton39 8307 15286 15
Penkside37 11472 9413 9
Swynnerton & Oulton34 13433 12400 10
Holmcroft29 15456 11384 11
Fulford25 16313 14384 12
Haywood & Hixon34 12342 13293 14
Doxey & Castletown20 20293 16283 16
Littleworth18 21273 17241 18
Weeping Cross & Wildwood23 17133 21203 20
Barlaston23 18217 19161 21
Baswich21 19206 20218 19
Rowley16 23110 2280 22
Milford16 22106 2349 23

Gnosall & Woodseaves Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 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 Other crime (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Other theft 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 (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (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 Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 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 June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 136 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.46 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 20256
March 202515
February 202512
January 20254
December 202410
November 20249
October 202417
September 202413
August 202410
July 20248
June 20246
May 202413

A total of 24 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
March 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
March 20251
February 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20242

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20243
October 20244
September 20242
June 20242

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.27 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20243
June 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Gnosall & Woodseaves in May 2025

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

1. Fountain Fold (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. The Flashes (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. St Lawrence Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Tulip Walk (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
6. Waterside Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Lower Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Elmwood Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Ashbrook Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Brookhouse Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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