Cannock Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 63,349 residents, 350 crimes reported in June 2024 equate to a rate of 5.5 per 1,000 people — 32.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This places Cannock among the safest built-up areas in England, with crime levels consistently lower than national benchmarks. The breakdown reveals a distinct pattern: violence and sexual offences (163 incidents) accounted for 46.6% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (42) and public order offences (39). These figures contrast with the UK averages for similar categories, where violence and sexual offences are 6% higher and anti-social behaviour is 50% higher in the national data. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer and longer daylight hours — may influence activity patterns, though the relatively low crime rate suggests effective local policing or community dynamics. While violent crime remains the most prevalent category, the absence of significant spikes in property crime (94 total) indicates a balance between personal safety concerns and broader security measures. The area’s character as a semi-rural built-up zone within Cannock Chase likely contributes to this profile, with fewer high-density urban pressures but still requiring attention to localised issues like anti-social behaviour in public spaces.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with theft from the person increasing by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident) and drugs-related crimes rising by 75% (from 4 to 7). These increases, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal changes or targeted activity during summer months. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 83.3% (from 6 to 1) and burglary fell by 33.3% (from 9 to 6), suggesting potential effectiveness of local initiatives or natural seasonal variations. The crime mix remains heavily skewed towards violent and disorder-related offences, with property crimes accounting for only 27% of the total — significantly below the UK average of 37% for similar areas. Violence and sexual offences in Cannock are 6% below the UK rate (2.6 vs 2.8 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour is 50% below the national figure (0.7 vs 1.4 per 1,000). These disparities highlight the area’s unique profile, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to reduced disorder incidents. Residents might find the 32.9% gap from the UK average particularly relevant, as it underscores the area’s relative safety despite the prominence of violent crime.

Compared to May 2024, Cannock’s crime rate fell by 14.6% to 5.5 per 1,000 from 6.5 per 1,000, marking a significant improvement. This decline translates to 12 crimes reported daily in June — a figure that, while non-zero, appears manageable for a community of 63,349 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 181 residents, a ratio that suggests relatively low exposure compared to larger urban centres. When contextualised against the UK average, this performance is striking: Cannock’s rate is 32.9% lower than the national figure, indicating a safety advantage that may stem from its semi-rural character and community-focused policing. The daily crime count, while providing a snapshot of ongoing activity, should be viewed alongside the broader monthly exposure metric, which frames the data in terms of population risk. This 1-in-181 figure is particularly meaningful for residents, as it translates to a tangible sense of security in a built-up area that balances urban accessibility with rural tranquillity. The decline from May also suggests that recent efforts — whether through increased patrols, community engagement, or targeted interventions — may be yielding measurable results.