Crime Rate in Ilminster: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ilminster

The total recorded crimes in Ilminster, South Somerset, UK in March 2025 are around 63 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ilminster crime rate of 29.35 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 Ilminster, encompassing approximately 2,146 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (29) incidents (107.14% increase)
  • Drugs: (12) incidents (1100.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Ilminster Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 12
  • Colham Lane with total crimes: 6
  • Balsom Close with total crimes: 6

How safe is Ilminster?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, Ilminster demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 736 crimes compared to 962.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ilminster recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Ilminster experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Somerset average, with 736 crimes compared to 736. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Ilminster Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Ilminster has recorded 63 crimes with crime rate of 29.35 ranking 10th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total Ilminster crimes were 736. The crime rate of Ilminster in 2024 was 342.88 (year) or 28.57 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ilminster were around 736 crimes with yearly crime rate of 342.88 (year) or 28.57 (month) ranking 9 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
Chard North65 9891 9747 8
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

Ilminster Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Drugs 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 14 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 31 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 340 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202529
February 202514
January 202528
December 202427
November 202431
October 202420
September 202419
August 202429
July 202431
June 202466
May 202420
April 202426

A total of 77 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20256
December 20245
November 20242
October 20243
September 20246
August 20247
July 20248
June 202422
May 20242
April 20248

A total of 91 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.27 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20258
December 20244
November 20247
October 202411
September 20245
August 20245
July 202431
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 202412
May 20242
April 20246

A total of 23 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.29 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20248
October 20248
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20251
January 20252
August 20241

A total of 54 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 202410
November 20242
September 20248
August 20242
July 202412
June 20248
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 28 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20256
January 20251
August 20242
June 20242
May 20249
April 20248

A total of 60 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202512
December 20246
November 20246
September 20241
August 20243
July 20244
June 202414
May 202413
April 20241

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20256
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20246
May 20241

High Crime Locations Ilminster in March 2025

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

1. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total12
Drugs12
2. Colham Lane (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
3. Balsom Close (Map)
Total6
Burglary6
4. Green Lane (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
5. New Road (Map)
Total6
Public order6
6. Ilminster Services (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
8. Railway Cuttings (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Bay Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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