Cannock Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cannock's November 2023 crime rate stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, 22.7% below the UK average of 7.5. This figure marks a continuation of a trend seen in many built-up areas within Cannock Chase, where community-focused policing and local infrastructure may contribute to lower rates. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.6% of all reported incidents. This was followed by anti-social behaviour (10.0%) and shoplifting (8.1%), which together formed the bulk of the area's crime profile. Seasonal factors such as the transition into darker evenings and the commercial activity around Black Friday may have influenced these patterns. The relatively low rates of property crimes compared to violent crimes suggest a different dynamic than in larger urban centres, where property crime often dominates. Anti-social behaviour, which was 43% below the UK average, may reflect the area's character as a mixed-use built-up zone with fewer densely populated pockets. The presence of local amenities and the absence of major transport hubs could also play a role in shaping these crime patterns. While the overall rate remains below the national average, the sharp rise in robbery and burglary indicates that certain vulnerabilities persist, requiring targeted attention from local authorities.

The most striking change in November 2023 was the 300% increase in robbery cases, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, raises questions about potential triggers such as Bonfire Night or post-Black Friday activity. Concurrently, burglary rates surged by 162.5%, jumping from 8 to 21 cases, a shift that may reflect seasonal vulnerabilities in residential areas. In contrast, bicycle theft fell by 50%, possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity during colder weather. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category at 41.6% of all crimes, decreased by 22.6% compared to October, a drop that may be tied to shorter evenings curbing opportunities for such incidents. Cannock's anti-social behaviour rate was 43% below the UK average, a statistic that could indicate effective local interventions or a lower prevalence of such issues in the area.

Cannock's overall crime rate in November 2023 dropped by 10.4% compared to October, reflecting a decrease from 6.5 to 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as shorter days and colder weather may reduce opportunities for outdoor crimes. On a daily basis, 12 crimes were reported each day in November, a figure that contextualises the rate of activity in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 171 residents experienced a reported crime, a statistic that highlights the relative safety of the area despite the spikes in certain categories. When viewed through the lens of population, the 63,349 residents of Cannock saw a crime rate 22.7% below the UK average, suggesting systemic factors such as community engagement or local policing strategies may contribute to this lower exposure. However, the sharp rise in robbery and burglary contrasts with this overall trend, underscoring the importance of examining specific crime types for a complete picture.