Crime Rate in Martock: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Martock

The total recorded crimes in Martock, South Somerset, UK in May 2025 are around 50 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Martock crime rate of 13.17 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 Martock, encompassing approximately 3,796 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (61.54% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
Martock Crime Hotspots

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

  • Burrow Hill View with total crimes: 5
  • Forts Orchard with total crimes: 4
  • Little Meadow with total crimes: 3

How safe is Martock?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, Martock demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 636 crimes compared to 962.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Martock recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

    • In 2023, Martock had fewer crimes than the South Somerset average, with 433 crimes compared to 736. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Martock recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Martock Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Martock has recorded 50 crimes with crime rate of 13.17 ranking 15th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total Martock crimes were 636. The crime rate of Martock in 2024 was 167.51 (year) or 13.96 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in Martock were around 433 crimes with yearly crime rate of 114.05 (year) or 9.50 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the South Somerset.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Martock)CrimesRank (Martock)CrimesRank (Martock)
Yeovil South209 12,622 11,472 1
Yeovil East119 21,194 31,143 2
Yeovil Central107 31,207 21,091 3
Yeovil West89 61,034 6909 4
Wincanton & Bruton94 41,188 4880 5
Castle Cary82 71,122 5824 6
Chard South93 5991 7718 10
Curry Rivel & Langport74 9945 8803 7
Chard North71 10891 9747 8
Ilminster76 8736 12736 9
Coker68 11828 10492 12
Blackmoor Vale60 13760 11574 11
Somerton65 12526 16425 16
Crewkerne54 14650 13483 13
South Petherton & Islemoor43 16581 15457 14
Brympton42 17437 17318 17

Martock Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 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 (28 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 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (60 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 108 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 202510
March 20254
February 20253
January 20257
December 20241
November 20249
October 202412
September 202410
August 20247
July 202412
June 202416
May 20249

A total of 341 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 26.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202521
April 202513
March 202535
February 202517
January 202527
December 202426
November 202430
October 202423
September 202422
August 202428
July 202419
June 202460
May 202420

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
March 20251
January 20251
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20245
October 20244
September 20246
July 20243
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 58 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.46 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20254
January 20256
December 202416
November 20243
October 20241
September 20245
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20244
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 52 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20252
March 20255
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20247
July 20246
June 20246
May 20246

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20246

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
May 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20242

High Crime Locations Martock in May 2025

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

1. Burrow Hill View (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Public order1
2. Forts Orchard (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Little Meadow (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Steppes Meadow (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. The Acres (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. West Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Great Orchard (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. North Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Little Orchard (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Other theft1
10. Langlands (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

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