Crime Rate in Yeovil West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Yeovil West

The total recorded crimes in Yeovil West, South Somerset, UK in March 2025 are around 89 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Yeovil West crime rate of 5.07 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 West, encompassing approximately 17,553 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (44.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (20) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
Yeovil West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 16
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 11
  • Southway Crescent with total crimes: 10

How safe is Yeovil West?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, Yeovil West reported a higher crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 1,034 crimes compared to 962. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Yeovil West witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Yeovil West experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Somerset average, with 909 crimes compared to 736. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Yeovil West witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Yeovil West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Yeovil West has recorded 89 crimes with crime rate of 5.07 ranking 4th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total Yeovil West crimes were 1,034. The crime rate of Yeovil West in 2024 was 58.90 (year) or 4.91 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in Yeovil West were around 909 crimes with yearly crime rate of 51.78 (year) or 4.32 (month) ranking 4 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
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 West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (48 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 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 (42 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (62 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 60 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20257
December 20246
November 20246
October 20244
September 20242
August 20244
July 20248
June 20244
May 20245
April 20246

A total of 110 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 202511
December 20246
November 202422
October 20244
September 20246
August 202417
July 20249
June 202412
May 20244
April 202410

A total of 495 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 41.25 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202525
January 202551
December 202446
November 202448
October 202429
September 202433
August 202442
July 202438
June 202440
May 202445
April 202462

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20246
August 20241
July 20244
June 202410
May 20248
April 20246

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 99 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20255
December 20244
November 20244
October 202411
September 202410
August 20247
July 20246
June 202418
May 20245
April 202415

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

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 159 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202510
January 202511
December 20249
November 202421
October 202419
September 20246
August 20243
July 202420
June 202426
May 20246
April 20248

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20246
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241
May 20244
April 20242

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

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Yeovil West in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total16
Shoplifting15
Public order1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences6
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
3. Southway Crescent (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences9
Other theft1
4. Thatcham Close (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Home Drive (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Christopher Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Century Park (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Westfield Grove (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Westfield Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1

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