Crime Rate in Monkton & North Curry: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Monkton & North Curry

The total recorded crimes in Monkton & North Curry, Somerset West and Taunton, UK in July 2025 are around 73 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Monkton & North Curry crime rate of 13.62 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 Monkton & North Curry, encompassing approximately 5,359 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (-20.69% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
Monkton & North Curry Crime Hotspots

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

  • Heron Gate with total crimes: 13
  • School Road with total crimes: 6
  • Oxen Lane with total crimes: 5

How safe is Monkton & North Curry?

To understand the safety of Monkton & North Curry, we need to analyze Monkton & North Curry 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, Monkton & North Curry demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Somerset West and Taunton average, with 753 crimes compared to 1082.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Monkton & North Curry recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 14 other areas in the Somerset West and Taunton.

    • In 2023, Monkton & North Curry had fewer crimes than the Somerset West and Taunton average, with 538 crimes compared to 856. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Monkton & North Curry recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 14 other areas in the Somerset West and Taunton.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Monkton & North Curry Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Monkton & North Curry has recorded 73 crimes with crime rate of 13.62 ranking 8th out of 14 in the Somerset West and Taunton, UK

In 2024, the total Monkton & North Curry crimes were 753. The crime rate of Monkton & North Curry in 2024 was 140.49 (year) or 11.71 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Somerset West and Taunton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Monkton & North Curry were around 538 crimes with yearly crime rate of 100.38 (year) or 8.36 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Somerset West and Taunton.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Monkton & North Curry)CrimesRank (Monkton & North Curry)CrimesRank (Monkton & North Curry)
Taunton East250 13,991 13,652 1
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West110 21,306 21,080 2
Rowbarton & Staplegrove75 61,294 31,053 3
Wellington109 31,168 5773 5
Taunton North103 41,208 4920 4
Blackdown & Neroche80 5890 7513 11
Minehead75 7997 6707 6
Dunster71 9869 8660 7
Taunton South64 10738 11633 8
Lydeard61 13771 9488 13
Watchet & Stogursey64 11738 12532 10
Comeytrowe & Trull61 12583 13488 12
Dulverton & Exmoor31 15460 15407 14
Upper Tone33 14462 14397 15

Monkton & North Curry Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 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 16 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 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 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 38 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20252
April 20253
March 20256
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20243
August 20249

A total of 305 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.42 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202523
June 202529
May 202532
April 202533
March 202526
February 202531
January 202521
December 202418
November 202421
October 202426
September 202420
August 202425

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 62 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20258
May 20259
April 202510
March 20252
February 20254
January 20255
December 20247
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 77 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20258
May 20258
April 20255
March 20259
February 20257
January 20256
December 20245
November 20245
October 20244
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20252
April 20252
February 20252
January 20251
November 20244
October 20241
August 20244

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 101 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 20258
May 20259
April 202511
March 202510
February 20253
January 20256
December 202411
November 20247
October 20245
September 20245
August 202410

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 97 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20257
May 202518
April 20256
March 20255
February 20258
January 20255
December 20244
November 202419
October 20241
September 202411
August 202410

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
October 20241

High Crime Locations Monkton & North Curry in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Monkton & North Curry postcode area is presented below.

1. Heron Gate (Map)
Total13
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order3
Shoplifting3
Other theft2
Robbery1
2. School Road (Map)
Total6
Public order5
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Oxen Lane (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
4. Helland Hill (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
5. Rossiter Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Hardys Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Hopkins Field (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. The Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Beacon Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
10. Thornash Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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