Cannock Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Cannock, 6.1 crimes were recorded in May 2023, placing the area 23.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This rate translates to roughly one crime for every 164 residents over the course of the month, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing their everyday risk. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for nearly 40% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.6%) and shoplifting (8.3%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up district within a largely rural region, where community interactions and public spaces may contribute to certain crime trends. Seasonal factors also appear to influence the data: longer evenings in May, coinciding with bank holidays, likely increased outdoor socialising and drinking, which may partly explain the prominence of violence and anti-social behaviour. While property crimes remained relatively low compared to the UK average, the balance between violent and property crimes shifted slightly, with violent crimes comprising 40% of the total compared to 34% in the UK. This suggests a local dynamic where interpersonal conflicts may be more pronounced than in other areas. The overall crime rate, however, remains lower than the national average, reflecting either effective local policing or broader socioeconomic factors that reduce criminal activity. As the weather warms and outdoor activity increases, these patterns may continue to evolve, but the current data underscores a generally safer environment compared to the UK as a whole.

May 2023 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, with four incidents reported compared to none in April. This spike, while modest in absolute terms, highlights a shift in criminal focus toward personal property, possibly linked to increased foot traffic or events in the area. Shoplifting also rose by 68.4%, from 19 to 32 incidents, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 2% and suggests targeted retail crime in local stores. Conversely, several categories showed marked declines: other crime fell by 77.8% (from nine to two incidents), and possession of weapons dropped by 66.7% (from three to one). These decreases may reflect seasonal changes, with fewer indoor gatherings or reduced opportunities for certain offences. Violence and sexual offences, though remaining the largest category, were 14% below the UK average, indicating a local success in managing interpersonal crime. Anti-social behaviour also lagged behind national rates by 25%, a trend consistent with Cannock’s relatively low crime profile. However, the rise in theft from the person and shoplifting underscores the need for continued vigilance in public spaces, particularly during evenings and weekends when social activity peaks.

Cannock’s crime rate in May 2023 fell to 6.1 per 1,000 residents, an 8.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.7 per 1,000. This decline, while modest, suggests a potential stabilisation in local crime trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 12 crimes per day in May, a figure that, while not insignificant, remains lower than the UK average when scaled to Cannock’s population. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 164 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable urban areas. When considering the population context, Cannock’s 63,349 residents mean that the absolute number of crimes (386) is distributed across a relatively large community, diluting individual risk. This is further reinforced by the fact that several crime categories, including anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, were significantly below UK averages, indicating a broader pattern of lower-risk environments. The combination of these factors—declining rates, low daily crime counts, and a population-scaled perspective—illustrates an area where residents are statistically less likely to encounter crime than the national average, even as specific categories like theft from the person show occasional spikes. These comparisons highlight both the strengths and the vulnerabilities of Cannock’s crime profile, offering residents a nuanced understanding of their local safety context.