The total recorded crimes in Ilminster, South Somerset, UK in July 2025 are around 72 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ilminster crime rate of 33.54 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 TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
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 areas in the South Somerset.
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.
In July 2025 the Ilminster has recorded 72 crimes with crime rate of 33.54 ranking 9th 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.
| Area | July 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Ilminster) | Crimes | Rank (Ilminster) | Crimes | Rank (Ilminster) | |
| Yeovil South | 185 | 1 | 2,622 | 1 | 1,472 | 1 |
| Yeovil East | 88 | 4 | 1,194 | 3 | 1,143 | 2 |
| Yeovil Central | 89 | 3 | 1,207 | 2 | 1,091 | 3 |
| Wincanton & Bruton | 106 | 2 | 1,188 | 4 | 880 | 5 |
| Yeovil West | 83 | 6 | 1,034 | 6 | 909 | 4 |
| Castle Cary | 79 | 7 | 1,122 | 5 | 824 | 6 |
| Curry Rivel & Langport | 85 | 5 | 945 | 8 | 803 | 7 |
| Chard South | 62 | 11 | 991 | 7 | 718 | 10 |
| Chard North | 69 | 10 | 891 | 9 | 747 | 8 |
| Blackmoor Vale | 73 | 8 | 760 | 11 | 574 | 11 |
| Coker | 60 | 12 | 828 | 10 | 492 | 12 |
| Crewkerne | 51 | 14 | 650 | 13 | 483 | 13 |
| Somerton | 54 | 13 | 526 | 16 | 425 | 16 |
| South Petherton & Islemoor | 41 | 16 | 581 | 15 | 457 | 14 |
| Martock | 32 | 17 | 636 | 14 | 433 | 15 |
| Brympton | 44 | 15 | 437 | 17 | 318 | 17 |
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 45 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (21 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.
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).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 303 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 30.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 45 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 45 |
| June 2025 | 34 |
| May 2025 | 40 |
| April 2025 | 35 |
| March 2025 | 29 |
| February 2025 | 14 |
| January 2025 | 28 |
| December 2024 | 27 |
| November 2024 | 31 |
| October 2024 | 20 |
A total of 65 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 6 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 19 |
| April 2025 | 13 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
| January 2025 | 6 |
| December 2024 | 5 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| October 2024 | 3 |
A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.44 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 8 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| May 2025 | 7 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 10 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
A total of 44 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.29 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 21 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 6 |
| June 2025 | 21 |
| March 2025 | 9 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 3 |
A total of 53 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.30 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 5 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 7 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
| January 2025 | 8 |
| December 2024 | 4 |
| November 2024 | 7 |
| October 2024 | 11 |
A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 6 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 2 |
A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 6 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
A total of 35 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 8 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 12 |
| December 2024 | 6 |
| November 2024 | 6 |
A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 12 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
A total of 17 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 8 |
| October 2024 | 8 |
A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ilminster postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 12 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 12 |
| Total | 6 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
| Total | 6 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
| Total | 6 |
| Burglary | 6 |
| Total | 6 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 6 |
| Total | 3 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 3 |
| Public order | 2 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 2 |
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 2 |