Crime in Norton Canes: statistics, rates and trends
697 crimes were recorded in Norton Canes in the 12 months to July 2026, 74.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Norton Canes at a glance
- Crime trends in Norton Canes
- Types of crime in Norton Canes
- Norton Canes compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Norton Canes
- Streets with the most crime in Norton Canes
- What happened after crimes were reported in Norton Canes
- Population and deprivation in Norton Canes
- Questions about crime in Norton Canes
- About this data
697 crimes were recorded in Norton Canes in the 12 months to July 2026, 74.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 279 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Norton Canes has the 709th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Norton Canes | Cannock Chase | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 697 | 8,921 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 74.1 | 85.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -1% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 9,400 | 104,088 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Norton Canes was highest in the year to July 2022 (885 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (588). Over the whole period it fell 3%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 697 | 74.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 706 | 75.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 700 | 74.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 802 | 85.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 885 | 94.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 588 | 62.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 740 | 78.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 632 | 67.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 722 | 76.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 63 |
| June 2026 | 56 |
| May 2026 | 41 |
| April 2026 | 53 |
| March 2026 | 67 |
| February 2026 | 55 |
| January 2026 | 56 |
| December 2025 | 61 |
| November 2025 | 63 |
| October 2025 | 62 |
| September 2025 | 62 |
| August 2025 | 58 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Norton Canes over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for vehicle crime, other crime.
The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+42%) and shoplifting (+20%). The largest falls were in burglary (-45%) and criminal damage and arson (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 279 | 29.7 | 0.87 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 91 | 9.7 | 0.63 | +42% |
| Shoplifting | 77 | 8.2 | 0.99 | +20% |
| Vehicle crime | 70 | 7.4 | 1.51 | -7% |
| Public order | 42 | 4.5 | 0.67 | -2% |
| Other theft | 40 | 4.3 | 0.67 | +0% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 31 | 3.3 | 0.49 | -31% |
| Other crime | 29 | 3.1 | 1.46 | +164% |
| Burglary | 16 | 1.7 | 0.48 | -45% |
| Drugs | 9 | 1.0 | 0.29 | -47% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.7 | 0.77 | -22% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.5 | 0.39 | -29% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.13 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Norton Canes
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Norton Canes recorded 279 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (29.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 40.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Norton Canes
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Norton Canes recorded 91 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 13.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Norton Canes
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Norton Canes recorded 77 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 11.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Norton Canes
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Norton Canes recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Norton Canes
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Norton Canes recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Norton Canes
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Norton Canes recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Norton Canes
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Norton Canes recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Norton Canes
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Norton Canes recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 164% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Norton Canes
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Norton Canes recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 45% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Norton Canes
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Norton Canes recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Norton Canes
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Norton Canes recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Norton Canes
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Norton Canes recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Norton Canes
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Norton Canes recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Norton Canes, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Norton Canes.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Norton Canes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burntwood | 1,900 | 64.0 | -14% |
| Great Wyrley and Cheslyn Hay | 881 | 54.0 | -27% |
| Cannock | 5,167 | 81.9 | +10% |
| Brownhills | 2,188 | 104.7 | +41% |
| Pelsall | 667 | 69.7 | -6% |
| Rushall and Shelfield | 806 | 72.3 | -2% |
| Bloxwich | 6,100 | 111.9 | +51% |
| Aldridge | 953 | 60.8 | -18% |
1 areas within Norton Canes, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Norton Canes had the highest rate (74.1 per 1,000) and Norton Canes the lowest (74.1). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Canes | Neighbourhood | 9,400 | 697 | 74.1 |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Norton Canes over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Victoria Court | 70 |
| On or near Cherry Brook | 45 |
| On or near Knights Court | 38 |
| On or near Brownhills Road | 35 |
| On or near Blenheim Road | 34 |
| On or near Parking Area | 27 |
| On or near Greyhound Croft | 23 |
| On or near Harrier Way | 19 |
| On or near Norton Hall Lane | 19 |
| On or near The Stables | 18 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Norton Canes over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 233 | 33.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 180 | 25.8% |
| Not recorded | 91 | 13.1% |
| Under investigation | 90 | 12.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 31 | 4.4% |
| Local resolution | 19 | 2.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 17 | 2.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 16 | 2.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 13 | 1.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.3% |
Norton Canes has an estimated population of 9,400. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Norton Canes sits in decile 5.2, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Norton Canes |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 73.0% |
| Social rented homes | 15.4% |
| Private rented homes | 11.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.2 |
Is Norton Canes a safe place to live?
Norton Canes recorded 74.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Norton Canes?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 279 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (91).
Is crime in Norton Canes going up or down?
Recorded crime in Norton Canes was down 1% on the year before: 697 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 706 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Norton Canes?
Norton Canes is policed by Staffordshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Norton Canes. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.