Cannock FAQ
Quick answers to common questions about Cannock — population, council, postcodes and who represents the town in Parliament. For practical guides on bins, planning and more, see the full Cannock local guide.
What is the population of Cannock?
Cannock has a population of ~71,000 (district).
Which council covers Cannock?
Cannock is covered by Cannock Chase District Council for local services (bins, planning, housing), with Staffordshire County Council responsible for roads, schools and social care.
What postcodes cover Cannock?
Cannock falls mainly within the WS11–WS12 postcode areas.
Who is the MP for Cannock?
Cannock town centre falls in the Cannock Chase constituency, represented by Josh Newbury (Labour).
What areas does Cannock Gazette cover?
We cover Cannock, Hednesford, Chadsmoor, Hawks Green, Cannock Chase, and the surrounding area.
What's an interesting fact about Cannock?
Cannock grew around coal mining — today Cannock Chase is one of the most visited Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Midlands.
More about Cannock
- Bin collection days in Cannock
- Planning applications in Cannock
- Reporting a pothole in Cannock
- School term dates in Cannock
- More on Cannock's MP, contact details and expenses
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