Crime Rate in Wincanton & Bruton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wincanton & Bruton

The total recorded crimes in Wincanton & Bruton, South Somerset, UK in January 2026 are around 91 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wincanton & Bruton crime rate of 14.28 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 Wincanton & Bruton, encompassing approximately 6,372 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (33) incidents (-28.26% decrease)
  • Other theft: (15) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (100.00% increase)
Wincanton & Bruton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Merlin Grove with total crimes: 7
  • Crocker Way with total crimes: 7
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 5

How safe is Wincanton & Bruton?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, Wincanton & Bruton reported a higher crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 1,188 crimes compared to 962. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Wincanton & Bruton witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

    • In 2023, Wincanton & Bruton experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Somerset average, with 880 crimes compared to 736. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Wincanton & Bruton witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Somerset, Wincanton & Bruton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Wincanton & Bruton Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Wincanton & Bruton has recorded 91 crimes with crime rate of 14.28 ranking 4th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total Wincanton & Bruton crimes were 1,188. The crime rate of Wincanton & Bruton in 2024 was 186.42 (year) or 15.54 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wincanton & Bruton were around 880 crimes with yearly crime rate of 138.09 (year) or 11.51 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the South Somerset.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Wincanton & Bruton)CrimesRank (Wincanton & Bruton)CrimesRank (Wincanton & Bruton)
Yeovil South232 12,622 11,472 1
Yeovil East120 21,194 31,143 2
Yeovil Central87 51,207 21,091 3
Curry Rivel & Langport93 3945 8803 7
Yeovil West71 81,034 6909 4
Castle Cary83 71,122 5824 6
Chard North85 6891 9747 8
Chard South67 9991 7718 10
Ilminster64 10736 12736 9
Coker45 15828 10492 12
Blackmoor Vale53 12760 11574 11
South Petherton & Islemoor58 11581 15457 14
Crewkerne45 14650 13483 13
Somerton47 13526 16425 16
Martock40 16636 14433 15
Brympton33 17437 17318 17

Wincanton & Bruton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (22 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Shoplifting 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 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 415 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 34.58 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202633
December 202546
November 202537
October 202552
September 202532
August 202536
July 202540
June 202526
May 202538
April 202533
March 202528
February 202514

A total of 123 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202615
December 20256
November 20257
October 202513
September 20257
August 202514
July 202519
June 202515
May 20253
April 20259
March 20254
February 202511

A total of 137 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.42 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202610
December 20255
November 20259
October 20257
September 202512
August 202517
July 202513
June 202518
May 202516
April 202510
March 20259
February 202511

A total of 80 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 20253
November 202513
October 20254
September 20258
August 20254
July 202510
June 202510
May 20253
April 20259
March 20257
February 20251

A total of 38 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 20251
November 20256
October 20251
August 20254
July 20254
June 20251
May 20254
April 20251
March 20255
February 20253

A total of 87 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 20257
November 20253
October 20256
September 202510
August 20257
July 20256
June 202510
May 20258
April 202511
March 20259
February 20252

A total of 71 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.45 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 202523
November 20253
October 202513
September 20254
August 20256
July 20253
June 20256
May 20255
April 20251
February 20254

A total of 86 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.82 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20253
November 20252
October 20253
September 20254
August 202517
July 20255
May 202513
April 202522
March 20259
February 20255

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
October 20251
August 20253
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
October 20251
September 20251
April 20251
February 20252

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
September 20251
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20253
November 20251
September 20254
July 20251

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
July 20251

High Crime Locations Wincanton & Bruton in January 2026

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

1. Merlin Grove (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting2
Burglary1
Public order1
2. Crocker Way (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Trendle Lane (Map)
Total5
Other theft5
5. Greyhound Close (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Cole Mead (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. Old Station Lane (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
8. Firehouse Mews (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Love Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
10. Parsonage Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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