Crime Rate in Rowbarton & Staplegrove: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rowbarton & Staplegrove

The total recorded crimes in Rowbarton & Staplegrove, Somerset West and Taunton, UK in March 2025 are around 94 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rowbarton & Staplegrove crime rate of 4.10 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 Rowbarton & Staplegrove, encompassing approximately 22,920 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (38) incidents (-2.56% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (27.27% increase)
  • Burglary: (8) incidents (700.00% increase)
Rowbarton & Staplegrove Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 10
  • Rydon Lane with total crimes: 8
  • Taunton with total crimes: 7

How safe is Rowbarton & Staplegrove?

To understand the safety of Rowbarton & Staplegrove, we need to analyze Rowbarton & Staplegrove 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, Rowbarton & Staplegrove reported a higher crime volume than the Somerset West and Taunton average, with 1,294 crimes compared to 1,082. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Rowbarton & Staplegrove witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Rowbarton & Staplegrove experienced a greater number of crimes than the Somerset West and Taunton average, with 1,053 crimes compared to 856. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Rowbarton & Staplegrove witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Somerset West and Taunton, Rowbarton & Staplegrove has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Rowbarton & Staplegrove Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Rowbarton & Staplegrove has recorded 94 crimes with crime rate of 4.10 ranking 4th out of 14 in the Somerset West and Taunton, UK

In 2024, the total Rowbarton & Staplegrove crimes were 1,294. The crime rate of Rowbarton & Staplegrove in 2024 was 56.46 (year) or 4.70 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Somerset West and Taunton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rowbarton & Staplegrove were around 1,053 crimes with yearly crime rate of 45.94 (year) or 3.83 (month) ranking 3 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
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
Taunton South45 12738 11633 8
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

Rowbarton & Staplegrove Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (48 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (33 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (53 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (46 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (59 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 517 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 43.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 59 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202538
February 202539
January 202542
December 202443
November 202446
October 202448
September 202453
August 202459
July 202437
June 202444
May 202438
April 202430

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20251
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245
July 20245
June 20242
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 89 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20254
December 20243
November 20246
October 20244
September 20245
August 20244
July 20246
June 202424
May 202410
April 20249

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243

A total of 172 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202511
January 20259
December 202413
November 202415
October 202413
September 202420
August 202419
July 202419
June 202426
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 75 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20258
December 20243
November 20247
October 20244
September 20242
August 20245
July 20246
June 202416
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 227 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202522
January 202522
December 202410
November 202425
October 202433
September 202446
August 202425
July 20246
June 202416
May 20247
April 20247

A total of 139 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 202516
December 20245
November 20247
October 202418
September 202413
August 202415
July 202414
June 202416
May 202413
April 202410

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
August 20241
July 20241
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20245
April 20245

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

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20244
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Rowbarton & Staplegrove in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Rowbarton & Staplegrove postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Rydon Lane (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Taunton (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour4
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Shoplifting2
Burglary1
5. Cats Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Leach'S Field (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Nightclub (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Cresswell Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
9. Pyrland Fields (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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