Crime Rate in Taunton South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Taunton South

The total recorded crimes in Taunton South, Somerset West and Taunton, UK in March 2025 are around 45 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Taunton South crime rate of 2.35 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 Taunton South, encompassing approximately 19,133 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (27) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Taunton South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Byron Road with total crimes: 7
  • Willow Close with total crimes: 4
  • Broughton Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Taunton South?

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

  • Relative to Somerset West and Taunton:

    • In 2024, Taunton South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Somerset West and Taunton average, with 738 crimes compared to 1082.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Taunton South recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Taunton South had fewer crimes than the Somerset West and Taunton average, with 633 crimes compared to 856. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Somerset West and Taunton, Taunton South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Taunton South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Taunton South has recorded 45 crimes with crime rate of 2.35 ranking 12th out of 14 in the Somerset West and Taunton, UK

In 2024, the total Taunton South crimes were 738. The crime rate of Taunton South in 2024 was 38.57 (year) or 3.21 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Somerset West and Taunton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Taunton South were around 633 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.08 (year) or 2.76 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Somerset West and Taunton.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Somerset West and Taunton)CrimesRank (Somerset West and Taunton)CrimesRank (Somerset West and Taunton)
Taunton East346 13,991 13,652 1
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West98 21,306 21,080 2
Rowbarton & Staplegrove94 41,294 31,053 3
Wellington98 31,168 5773 5
Taunton North93 51,208 4920 4
Minehead64 8997 6707 6
Blackdown & Neroche78 6890 7513 11
Dunster61 10869 8660 7
Lydeard65 7771 9488 13
Monkton & North Curry62 9753 10538 9
Watchet & Stogursey48 11738 12532 10
Comeytrowe & Trull34 14583 13488 12
Upper Tone43 13462 14397 15
Dulverton & Exmoor21 15460 15407 14

Taunton South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (60 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20248
April 20243

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20242
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 376 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202524
January 202538
December 202423
November 202437
October 202433
September 202429
August 202419
July 202431
June 202460
May 202426
April 202429

A total of 41 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20244
July 20245
June 20244
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 95 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20256
December 202410
November 20248
October 20246
September 202410
August 20244
July 20248
June 202422
May 20248
April 20246

A total of 76 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20245
October 20246
September 20248
August 202413
July 20241
June 202418
May 20249
April 20242

A total of 28 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20249
November 20241
September 20243
August 20241
June 20242
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20247
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20241
May 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Taunton South in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Taunton South postcode area is presented below.

1. Byron Road (Map)
Total7
Other crime3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Willow Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Broughton Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
4. Wordsworth Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Lower Holway Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Dowsland Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Greenlands (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bishop Fox Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Severn Drive (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
10. Wansbeck Green (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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