Cannock Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cannock's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 14.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This continued performance below the national benchmark suggests effective local policing or community initiatives, though the slight month-on-month increase from 6.4 per 1,000 in July indicates a need for ongoing vigilance. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.1% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.5%) and public order offences (8.9%). These figures align with the area's character as a built-up zone within the Cannock Chase region, where urban and semi-rural dynamics may intersect to influence crime patterns. August, a peak holiday month, likely contributed to seasonal fluctuations, with increased tourism potentially affecting both public order and burglary risks. The relatively low rates of property crime—such as shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000)—suggest that local efforts to secure retail areas and residential properties may be yielding results. However, the 14.8% gap to the UK average should not be interpreted as a guarantee of continued safety, given the volatile nature of crime trends and the potential for shifts in local demographics or economic conditions.

August 2025 saw a marked surge in robbery incidents, with the number rising from 1 to 5—a 400% increase—despite a 50% drop in theft from the person. This shift highlights a potential reallocation of criminal activity, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic during August's peak holiday period. Other crime and drug-related offences also rose sharply, with Other crime increasing by 77.8% and drug offences climbing 76.9% compared to July. These trends may reflect heightened social activity or unmet demand in certain categories. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting remained below the UK average by 25% and 5%, respectively, suggesting localised success in addressing these issues. The contrast between rising robbery rates and falling theft from the person underscores the complexity of crime patterns, with no single explanation for the shifts observed.

Cannock's crime rate in August 2025 rose by 7.8% compared to July, moving from 6.4 to 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area's continued position below the UK average by 14.8%. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 14 crimes per day in August, a figure that reflects both local patterns and broader trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 145 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents relative to the population of 63,349. While the overall rate remains lower than the UK average, the rise from the previous month suggests a need for vigilance in areas where crime has increased. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the increase, Cannock's residents face a lower risk compared to the national average, though localised shifts in crime types warrant attention.