Crime Rate in Somerton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Somerton

The total recorded crimes in Somerton, South Somerset, UK in July 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Somerton crime rate of 16.08 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 Somerton, encompassing approximately 3,358 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (106.67% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
Somerton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Poppy Road with total crimes: 6
  • Pearmain Road with total crimes: 4
  • Kings Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Somerton?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, Somerton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 526 crimes compared to 962.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Somerton recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

    • In 2023, Somerton had fewer crimes than the South Somerset average, with 425 crimes compared to 736. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Somerton recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Somerton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Somerton has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 16.08 ranking 13th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total Somerton crimes were 526. The crime rate of Somerton in 2024 was 156.61 (year) or 13.05 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in Somerton were around 425 crimes with yearly crime rate of 126.54 (year) or 10.54 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the South Somerset.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Somerton)CrimesRank (Somerton)CrimesRank (Somerton)
Yeovil South185 12,622 11,472 1
Yeovil East88 41,194 31,143 2
Yeovil Central89 31,207 21,091 3
Wincanton & Bruton106 21,188 4880 5
Yeovil West83 61,034 6909 4
Castle Cary79 71,122 5824 6
Curry Rivel & Langport85 5945 8803 7
Chard South62 11991 7718 10
Chard North69 10891 9747 8
Blackmoor Vale73 8760 11574 11
Ilminster72 9736 12736 9
Coker60 12828 10492 12
Crewkerne51 14650 13483 13
South Petherton & Islemoor41 16581 15457 14
Martock32 17636 14433 15
Brympton44 15437 17318 17

Somerton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 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 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 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 (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20254
April 20254
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243

A total of 233 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 21.18 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202531
June 202515
May 202529
April 202517
March 202521
February 20258
January 202513
December 202414
November 202434
October 202418
September 202433

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20243
October 20243
September 20242

A total of 64 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.82 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20252
May 202512
April 20255
March 20259
February 20254
January 20251
December 20246
November 20247
October 20242
September 20249

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20246

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
February 20252
October 20242
September 20245

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20259
April 20252
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
March 20252
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

High Crime Locations Somerton in July 2025

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

1. Poppy Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. Pearmain Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
3. Kings Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Mead Run (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Westholm Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Orchard Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Pippin Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Leffman Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Etsome Terrace (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. West Street (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2

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