Crime Rate in South Petherton & Islemoor: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Petherton & Islemoor

The total recorded crimes in South Petherton & Islemoor, South Somerset, UK in May 2025 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Petherton & Islemoor crime rate of 12.43 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 South Petherton & Islemoor, encompassing approximately 3,459 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (23.08% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (42.86% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
South Petherton & Islemoor Crime Hotspots

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

  • Silver Street with total crimes: 3
  • St Michael'S Gardens with total crimes: 3
  • Market Square with total crimes: 3

How safe is South Petherton & Islemoor?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, South Petherton & Islemoor demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 581 crimes compared to 962.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, South Petherton & Islemoor recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

    • In 2023, South Petherton & Islemoor had fewer crimes than the South Somerset average, with 457 crimes compared to 736. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, South Petherton & Islemoor recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

South Petherton & Islemoor Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the South Petherton & Islemoor has recorded 43 crimes with crime rate of 12.43 ranking 16th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total South Petherton & Islemoor crimes were 581. The crime rate of South Petherton & Islemoor in 2024 was 167.92 (year) or 13.99 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Petherton & Islemoor were around 457 crimes with yearly crime rate of 132.08 (year) or 11.01 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the South Somerset.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Petherton & Islemoor)CrimesRank (South Petherton & Islemoor)CrimesRank (South Petherton & Islemoor)
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
Martock50 15636 14433 15
Brympton42 17437 17318 17

South Petherton & Islemoor Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 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 (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Other theft 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 19 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 72 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.54 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20257
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20246
October 20242
September 20245
August 20248
July 202411
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 45 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.46 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 202412
October 20242
September 20242
August 20247
July 20245
June 20244
May 20245

A total of 260 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 20.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 202513
March 202520
February 202519
January 202510
December 202420
November 202427
October 202419
September 202431
August 202411
July 202417
June 202436
May 202421

A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20255
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20247
August 20244
July 20243

A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
March 20251
February 20252
January 20258
December 20248
November 20241
October 20245
September 20244
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 56 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.31 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20253
March 20255
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 202411
August 20245
July 20245
June 20246
May 20246

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
December 20241
May 20241

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20252
January 20254
December 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
May 20241

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
February 20255
January 20251
October 20243
September 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
October 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242
June 20244

High Crime Locations South Petherton & Islemoor in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the South Petherton & Islemoor postcode area is presented below.

1. Silver Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
2. St Michael'S Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Market Square (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Church Street (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons3
5. Broadway (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
7. Copse Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
8. Lampreys Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. St Marys Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Newchester Cross (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

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