Crime Rate in Chard North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chard North

The total recorded crimes in Chard North, South Somerset, UK in March 2025 are around 65 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chard North crime rate of 4.37 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 Chard North, encompassing approximately 14,864 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (-8.82% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (9.09% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
Chard North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Henson Park with total crimes: 7
  • Cerdic Close with total crimes: 6
  • Reed Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Chard North?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, Chard North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 891 crimes compared to 962.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Chard North experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Somerset average, with 747 crimes compared to 736. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chard North witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Chard North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Chard North has recorded 65 crimes with crime rate of 4.37 ranking 9th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total Chard North crimes were 891. The crime rate of Chard North in 2024 was 59.94 (year) or 5.00 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chard North were around 747 crimes with yearly crime rate of 50.26 (year) or 4.19 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the South Somerset.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Somerset)CrimesRank (South Somerset)CrimesRank (South Somerset)
Yeovil South228 12,622 11,472 1
Yeovil East93 21,194 31,143 2
Yeovil Central76 71,207 21,091 3
Castle Cary91 31,122 5824 6
Yeovil West89 41,034 6909 4
Wincanton & Bruton72 81,188 4880 5
Coker89 5828 10492 12
Curry Rivel & Langport84 6945 8803 7
Chard South63 11991 7718 10
Ilminster63 10736 12736 9
Blackmoor Vale32 17760 11574 11
Martock55 12636 14433 15
Crewkerne55 13650 13483 13
South Petherton & Islemoor35 16581 15457 14
Brympton48 14437 17318 17
Somerton45 15526 16425 16

Chard 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 (31 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (55 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (74 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 440 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 36.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 74 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202534
January 202533
December 202435
November 202426
October 202425
September 202455
August 202440
July 202432
June 202474
May 202422
April 202433

A total of 140 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202511
January 20256
December 20244
November 202412
October 202414
September 202419
August 20246
July 202411
June 202424
May 202411
April 202410

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 90 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20255
January 20252
December 20248
November 20243
October 202411
September 20248
August 202412
July 202410
June 202418
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 202514
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244
July 20245
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 47 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.22 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20256
December 20249
November 20242
October 20248
September 20242
July 20247
June 20246

A total of 59 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20259
December 20245
November 20244
October 20248
September 20247
August 20245
July 20244
June 20242
May 20241
April 20246

A total of 42 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20245
August 20244
July 20246
June 20246
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Chard North in March 2025

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

1. Henson Park (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs1
Public order1
2. Cerdic Close (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Reed Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Larch Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. Ernest Ashman Place (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Old Station Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Furnham Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. David Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Pudleigh Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Cambridge Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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