Crime Rate in Burnham on Sea North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Burnham on Sea North

The total recorded crimes in Burnham on Sea North, Sedgemoor, UK in March 2025 are around 71 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Burnham on Sea North crime rate of 3.16 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Burnham on Sea North, encompassing approximately 22,494 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (180.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (183.33% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
Burnham on Sea North Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 8
  • Vicarage Street with total crimes: 5
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4

How safe is Burnham on Sea North?

To understand the safety of Burnham on Sea North, we need to analyze Burnham on Sea North crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Sedgemoor:

    • In 2024, Burnham on Sea North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sedgemoor average, with 854 crimes compared to 1375.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Burnham on Sea North recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 11 other cities.

    • In 2023, Burnham on Sea North had fewer crimes than the Sedgemoor average, with 764 crimes compared to 1,013. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Burnham on Sea North recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 11 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sedgemoor, Burnham on Sea North has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Burnham on Sea North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Burnham on Sea North has recorded 71 crimes with crime rate of 3.16 ranking 7th out of 11 in the Sedgemoor, UK

In 2024, the total Burnham on Sea North crimes were 854. The crime rate of Burnham on Sea North in 2024 was 37.97 (year) or 3.16 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Sedgemoor.

In 2023, the total crimes in Burnham on Sea North were around 764 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.96 (year) or 2.83 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Sedgemoor.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sedgemoor)CrimesRank (Sedgemoor)CrimesRank (Sedgemoor)
Bridgwater South253 13,985 12,691 1
Bridgwater North & Central229 22,611 22,001 2
Highbridge & Burnham South153 31,847 31,399 3
North Petherton145 41,797 41,270 4
Bridgwater West40 10950 7849 5
Bridgwater East & Bawdrip135 51,399 5743 8
Brent85 61,032 6783 6
Huntspill55 8701 9535 9
Cheddar50 9585 10478 10
King Alfred19 12423 11352 11
Cannington22 11311 12292 12

Burnham on Sea North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (68 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20247
November 20241
October 20242
August 20243
July 20245
June 20244
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 340 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202510
January 202516
December 202419
November 202424
October 202433
September 202423
August 202426
July 202432
June 202468
May 202424
April 202437

A total of 71 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20247
September 20247
August 20243
July 20245
June 202422
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 107 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 20256
January 20256
December 20241
November 20244
October 20246
September 20249
August 202412
July 20248
June 202424
May 20247
April 20247

A total of 118 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 20258
December 20244
November 20244
October 20246
September 20248
August 202417
July 202410
June 202422
May 202412
April 202411

A total of 53 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20246
November 20244
October 20242
September 20247
August 202411
July 20242
June 202410
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 10 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 56 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20241
October 20245
September 20243
August 20248
July 20247
June 202412
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Burnham on Sea North in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Burnham on Sea North postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order2
Shoplifting2
2. Vicarage Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting4
4. Phoenix Terrace (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Robbery1
6. Chapel Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Victoria Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
8. Sycamore Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. George Street (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Shearn Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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