WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Avon and Somerset Constabulary Police

Crime in Mendip Central and East, Mendip

Comprehensive safety analysis for Mendip Central and East, localized within Mendip.

Total Crimes

21
trending_down -27.6% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

27.69per 1k
trending_down -1.5% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Total Population

9,498

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences8
Shoplifting3
Public Order3
Anti-social Behaviour2
Criminal Damage & Arson2
Other Theft1
Drug Offences1
Vehicle Crime1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Pookfield Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4Public order: 2
6
On or near Supermarket Map
Shoplifting: 3
3
On or near Green Pits Lane Map
Anti-social behaviour: 1
1
On or near Mackintosh View Map
Violence and sexual offences: 1
1
On or near Lawrence Road Map
Public order: 1
1
On or near Beacon View Map
Criminal damage and arson: 1
1
On or near Anchor Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 1
1
On or near Limekiln Lane Map
Other theft: 1
1
On or near Stoke Crescent Map
Vehicle crime: 1
1
On or near Frog Lane Map
Violence and sexual offences: 1
1

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Local Rank

#1safest in Mendip

National Safety

Top 10%Safest

City Average

73.53per 1k

Local Policing

Mere

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Local Priorities

Rural crime (farms / hare coursing / non-dwelling burglaries)

Issued: 13 May 2026

Status Update

Rural crime is a significant concern across the Mere area, including offences affecting farms, hare coursing, and non-dwelling burglaries such as theft from outbuildings and rural businesses.

We are increasing patrols, acting on intelligence, and working closely with rural communities and partner agencies to disrupt offenders and protect vulnerable rural locations.

Actioned: 13 May 2026

Retail Crime

Issued: 10 May 2026

Status Update

We’re supporting retailers in Mere to tackle theft and related anti-social behaviour. This includes regular patrols, advising on prevention measures, and ensuring crimes are reported so patterns and repeat offenders can be identified.

Business owners and staff are encouraged to report incidents and submit any available CCTV or evidence.

Actioned: 10 May 2026

Road Safety

Issued: 10 May 2026

Status Update

Road safety remains a priority across our rural road network, where speed, visibility and driver behaviour can increase risk.

We will continue targeted patrols and speed enforcement in areas of concern and work with partners to improve safety. Everyone has a role to play, taking care on rural roads helps protect drivers, cyclists, walkers and residents.

Actioned: 10 May 2026

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