Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS12 · Staffordshire
137
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
WS6 · Staffordshire
67
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Great Wyrley has less crime — 67 vs 137 incidents in February 2026.
Cannock recorded notably higher crime than Great Wyrley in February 2026 — 137 vs 67 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cannock sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (25) and Shoplifting (13), while Great Wyrley has more Public order (6) and Vehicle crime (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Great Wyrley recorded fewer crimes than Cannock — 67 vs 137 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Great Wyrley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cannock saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Great Wyrley had more Public order and Vehicle crime. Overall, Great Wyrley recorded fewer total crimes (67 vs 137).