Burntwood vs Cannock — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Burntwood

WS7 · Staffordshire

124

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences53
  • Shoplifting17
  • Vehicle crime15

Cannock

WS11 · Staffordshire

154

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Shoplifting26
  • Anti-social behaviour16

Burntwood has less crime — 124 vs 154 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Cannock saw somewhat more crime than Burntwood in February 2026 (154 vs 124 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burntwood sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (15), while Cannock has more Anti-social behaviour (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Burntwood or Cannock safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Burntwood recorded fewer crimes than Cannock — 124 vs 154 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Burntwood and Cannock?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Burntwood saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Cannock had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Burntwood recorded fewer total crimes (124 vs 154).

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