Crime Rate in Yeovil South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Yeovil South

The total recorded crimes in Yeovil South, South Somerset, UK in March 2025 are around 228 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Yeovil South crime rate of 7.45 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 Yeovil South, encompassing approximately 30,601 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (67) incidents (-16.25% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (51) incidents (45.71% increase)
  • Public order: (32) incidents (-17.95% decrease)
Yeovil South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 34
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 21
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 15

How safe is Yeovil South?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, Yeovil South reported a higher crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 2,622 crimes compared to 962. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Yeovil South witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Yeovil South experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Somerset average, with 1,472 crimes compared to 736. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Yeovil South witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Somerset, Yeovil South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Yeovil South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Yeovil South has recorded 228 crimes with crime rate of 7.45 ranking 1th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total Yeovil South crimes were 2,622. The crime rate of Yeovil South in 2024 was 85.68 (year) or 7.14 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in Yeovil South were around 1,472 crimes with yearly crime rate of 48.10 (year) or 4.01 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the South Somerset.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Somerset)CrimesRank (South Somerset)CrimesRank (South Somerset)
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
Chard North65 9891 9747 8
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

Yeovil 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 (67 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (51 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 80 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 39 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 67 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 36 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (60 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (69 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (56 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (49 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (44 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (66 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (37 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 67 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 45 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (106 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (102 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (68 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (46 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (57 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (35 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 533 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 44.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 106 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202530
February 202538
January 202523
December 202436
November 202440
October 202456
September 202444
August 202437
July 202445
June 2024106
May 202446
April 202432

A total of 803 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 66.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 102 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202567
February 202580
January 202551
December 202467
November 202460
October 202469
September 202449
August 202466
July 202467
June 2024102
May 202468
April 202457

A total of 49 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20257
December 20244
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245
July 20244
June 20244
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 153 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20257
January 20257
December 202413
November 202413
October 202414
September 20248
August 202410
July 202418
June 202434
May 202415
April 20247

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 453 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202551
February 202535
January 202538
December 202421
November 202430
October 202434
September 202435
August 202436
July 202437
June 202464
May 202437
April 202435

A total of 24 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 35 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20244
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 148 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202514
January 202510
December 202411
November 202410
October 20245
September 202416
August 20249
July 20249
June 202416
May 202413
April 202421

A total of 391 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202539
January 202519
December 202430
November 202435
October 202429
September 202436
August 202433
July 202423
June 202468
May 202425
April 202422

A total of 30 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20242
June 202410
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 42 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20248
July 20245
June 20244
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Yeovil South in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total34
Shoplifting23
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total21
Shoplifting7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Robbery1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total15
Shoplifting13
Other theft1
Public order1
4. Clarence Terrace (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
5. Bond Street (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. South Street (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
7. High Street (Map)
Total7
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Summerlands (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
10. South Western Terrace (Map)
Total5
Drugs1
Other crime1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1

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