Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS12 · Staffordshire
158
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
WS6 · Staffordshire
76
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Great Wyrley has less crime — 76 vs 158 incidents in April 2026.
Cannock recorded notably higher crime than Great Wyrley in April 2026 — 158 vs 76 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cannock sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (27) and Other theft (10), while Great Wyrley has more Public order (9) and Vehicle crime (7). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Great Wyrley recorded fewer crimes than Cannock — 76 vs 158 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Great Wyrley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cannock saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Great Wyrley had more Public order and Vehicle crime. Overall, Great Wyrley recorded fewer total crimes (76 vs 158).