Norton Canes Crime Rate

Crime in Norton Canes

Norton Canes is an urban settlement with a population of 8,363, maintaining a crime rate of 82.0 per 1,000 people. This rate is notably lower than the UK average of 93.1, contributing to a safety score of 80/100, which exceeds the national average of 78. The area is currently seeing a positive shift in its security landscape, with a 7.3% year-over-year decrease in total crime. This downward trend suggests that local safety measures and community efforts are having a beneficial impact. While violence and sexual offences remain the most reported category, the overall reduction in crime provides a reassuring context for residents. The following sections detail the specific crime patterns and offer advice for maintaining a secure home in Norton Canes.

Crime Breakdown in Norton Canes

In Norton Canes, the primary concern is violence and sexual offences, which constitute 41.2% of all reported crimes (283 incidents). Shoplifting is the second most frequent crime, making up 11.4%, followed closely by anti-social behaviour at 10.2%. These figures highlight a mix of personal and retail-focused offences.

The overall property crime rate in Norton Canes is 29.4 per 1,000 residents. This category includes burglary, vehicle crime, and theft. Vehicle crime is particularly significant here, accounting for 9.8% of all crime—a rate of 8.0 per 1,000 people. While burglary rates are lower at 3.2%, the combined impact of property-related offences means that residents and business owners should remain vigilant. The high proportion of vehicle crime, especially during late-night hours, suggests that securing driveways and vehicles is a priority for the community.

Crime Trends in Norton Canes

The crime trend in Norton Canes is currently on a downward trajectory, with a significant 7.3% year-over-year decrease in total offences. Analysis of the monthly trend data from the past year shows some volatility but an overall improvement. Crime rates per 1,000 residents were at their lowest in early 2025, with January and February recording rates of 4.2 and 4.9 respectively. There was a noticeable spike during the late spring and early summer months, with May and June reaching peaks of 8.5 and 8.4. However, the rate has since stabilised around the 7.4 mark in the latter part of 2025. This suggests that while there are seasonal fluctuations, the long-term trend is moving in a positive direction, making Norton Canes increasingly safer for its residents compared to previous years.

How To Keep Safe in Norton Canes

The most frequent crime type in Norton Canes is violence and sexual offences. To stay safe and help protect your community, we recommend the following practical steps:

• Be mindful of your surroundings when walking at night, especially near commercial areas where shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are also higher.
• Ensure your home's exterior is well-lit with motion-sensor lighting, which helps deter both anti-social behaviour and opportunistic property crime.
• Given the high rate of vehicle crime (particularly at night), always park in a garage or a well-lit driveway, and consider using a steering wheel lock as an extra visible deterrent.
• Join local community social media groups or Neighbourhood Watch schemes to stay informed about recent suspicious activities in the Norton Canes area.
• If you witness anti-social behaviour or shoplifting, report it to the police via non-emergency channels to ensure the area remains a priority for local patrols.

Crime Timing in Norton Canes

Crime in Norton Canes follows distinct temporal patterns that residents should be aware of. During the morning and afternoon, theft and shoplifting are the most prevalent issues, making up 38% and 48% of incidents respectively. This aligns with standard retail and business hours. However, as evening falls, the focus shifts dramatically toward vehicle crime. In the evening hours (6pm - 12am), vehicle crime accounts for 36% of all incidents. This intensity increases further during the night (12am - 6am), where a staggering 66% of all recorded crimes are related to vehicles. Burglary also remains a steady threat throughout the day, peaking slightly in the afternoon at 17%. These patterns suggest that while daytime crime is largely commercial, the night-time poses a significant risk to residential property and vehicles.

Norton Canes sits in a varied regional context. With a crime rate of 82.0 per 1,000 people, it is safer than Brownhills (100.3) but experiences more crime than other nearby settlements like Burntwood (63.6), Great Wyrley and Cheslyn Hay (55.5), and Clayhanger (57.7). For those looking at the Cannock Chase and Walsall border regions, Norton Canes represents a middle ground; it is significantly more secure than the busier urban centres nearby, though it has not yet reached the exceptionally low crime levels seen in its more rural neighbours. This local comparison helps residents understand that while Norton Canes is safe, there is still a higher incidence of certain crimes, like vehicle theft, compared to the most rural nearby villages.

Proactive Protection for Norton Canes

With a property crime rate of 29.4 per 1,000 people and a specific challenge regarding vehicle crime—which accounts for 9.8% of all offences—residents of Norton Canes need robust security. Traditional reactive systems, such as standard CCTV or doorbell cameras, often only provide evidence after a vehicle has been tampered with or a home has been entered. In Norton Canes, where 66% of night-time crime is vehicle-related, a more advanced approach is required.

The scOS AI-powered security operating system offers proactive protection designed to stop crimes before they happen. By monitoring all your cameras simultaneously with multi-camera intelligence, scOS can identify a threat at the edge of your property. For example, its DVLA vehicle verification can instantly spot suspicious cars with fake plates. Rather than just recording the theft of your car, scOS can activate autonomous responses—like turning on high-intensity lights or engaging speakers—to startle and deter intruders within seconds. This level of preventative security is the most effective way to safeguard your property against the specific crime patterns seen in the area.