Crime Rate in Yeovil Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Yeovil Central

The total recorded crimes in Yeovil Central, South Somerset, UK in May 2025 are around 107 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Yeovil Central crime rate of 3.36 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 Yeovil Central, encompassing approximately 31,874 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (57) incidents (21.28% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (-17.65% decrease)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
Yeovil Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Fielding Road with total crimes: 8
  • St David'S Crescent with total crimes: 7
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 6

How safe is Yeovil Central?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, Yeovil Central reported a higher crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 1,207 crimes compared to 962. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Yeovil Central witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

    • In 2023, Yeovil Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Somerset average, with 1,091 crimes compared to 736. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Yeovil Central witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Yeovil Central Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Yeovil Central has recorded 107 crimes with crime rate of 3.36 ranking 3th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total Yeovil Central crimes were 1,207. The crime rate of Yeovil Central in 2024 was 37.87 (year) or 3.16 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in Yeovil Central were around 1,091 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.23 (year) or 2.85 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the South Somerset.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Yeovil Central)CrimesRank (Yeovil Central)CrimesRank (Yeovil Central)
Yeovil South209 12,622 11,472 1
Yeovil East119 21,194 31,143 2
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
Martock50 15636 14433 15
Brympton42 17437 17318 17

Yeovil Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (57 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (47 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (51 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (100 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (50 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 37 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241
July 20243
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 144 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.08 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202517
March 20255
February 20259
January 202510
December 20248
November 20249
October 202411
September 202411
August 202411
July 202410
June 202412
May 202417

A total of 653 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 50.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 100 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202557
April 202547
March 202542
February 202549
January 202537
December 202453
November 202442
October 202445
September 202451
August 202430
July 202450
June 2024100
May 202450

A total of 20 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 120 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20258
March 20256
February 202512
January 20254
December 20247
November 20247
October 202411
September 202414
August 20244
July 202413
June 202416
May 20248

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20245

A total of 91 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20257
March 20251
February 20256
January 20255
December 20248
November 20243
October 20246
September 20245
August 20247
July 20245
June 202420
May 202412

A total of 29 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20253
January 20251
December 20244
September 20244
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20252
March 20253
February 20255
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
September 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 56 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.31 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20255
March 20255
February 20252
January 20257
December 20244
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20246
July 20245
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
August 20243
July 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Yeovil Central in May 2025

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

1. Fielding Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences8
2. St David'S Crescent (Map)
Total7
Public order4
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
4. St George'S Avenue (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Wyndham View (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
6. Sparrow Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other crime1
7. A37 (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
8. Hill Crest Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Highfield Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Matthews Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1

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