Operated by: Staffordshire Police
https://www.staffordshire.police.uk/article/2904/Lichfield-RuralThe countryside around Lichfield is amongst the most attractive in the region and is a popular choice for families looking to live the rural life.
The area is dotted with picturesque villages, delightful country churches and some of the best country pubs in Britain.
One surprise village is Armitage, a name known throughout the world thanks to the Armitage Shanks factory which produces high quality bathroom suites for export.
The area is popular with walkers and boaters thanks to the Trent and Mersey canal which threads its way through the heart of the area. The village of Handsacre is a popular choice for young families.
Current Priorities
Issue
Preventing and disrupting vehicle crime, as identified from feedback from the community and monitoring crime statistics.
Action
Local officers are actively tackling vehicle crime by working alongside key specialists in criminal investigations, forensics, roads policing team, and in coordination with neighbouring policing teams and police forces. We are conducting both overt and covert operations to disrupt offending and bring offenders to justice.
Upcoming Events
Police pop up Surgery
Where: Shoulder of Mutton pub - car park
When: 26 August 2025 at 15:00 - 26 August 2025 at 17:00
Hamstall Ridware Pop Up Police Surgery
Where: Yoxall Road
When: 26 August 2025 at 15:15 - 26 August 2025 at 17:00