Crime Rate in Yeovil West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Yeovil West

The total recorded crimes in Yeovil West, South Somerset, UK in May 2025 are around 89 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Yeovil West crime rate of 5.07 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 West, encompassing approximately 17,553 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (15) incidents (7.14% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (116.67% increase)
Yeovil West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Christopher Close with total crimes: 13
  • St Patrick'S Road with total crimes: 7
  • Perrythorne Park with total crimes: 6

How safe is Yeovil West?

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

  • Relative to South Somerset:

    • In 2024, Yeovil West reported a higher crime volume than the South Somerset average, with 1,034 crimes compared to 962. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Yeovil West witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

    • In 2023, Yeovil West experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Somerset average, with 909 crimes compared to 736. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Yeovil West witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 16 other areas in the South Somerset.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Yeovil West Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Yeovil West has recorded 89 crimes with crime rate of 5.07 ranking 6th out of 16 in the South Somerset, UK

In 2024, the total Yeovil West crimes were 1,034. The crime rate of Yeovil West in 2024 was 58.90 (year) or 4.91 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the South Somerset.

In 2023, the total crimes in Yeovil West were around 909 crimes with yearly crime rate of 51.78 (year) or 4.32 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the South Somerset.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Yeovil West)CrimesRank (Yeovil West)CrimesRank (Yeovil West)
Yeovil South209 12,622 11,472 1
Yeovil East119 21,194 31,143 2
Yeovil Central107 31,207 21,091 3
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 West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (48 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (19 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 (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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 (17 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 122 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 202512
March 20255
February 20254
January 202511
December 20246
November 202422
October 20244
September 20246
August 202417
July 20249
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20251
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241
May 20244

A total of 103 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 20256
March 20259
February 20255
January 20255
December 20244
November 20244
October 202411
September 202410
August 20247
July 20246
June 202418
May 20245

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20246
August 20241
July 20244
June 202410
May 20248

A total of 489 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 37.62 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 51 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202528
April 202528
March 202536
February 202525
January 202551
December 202446
November 202448
October 202429
September 202433
August 202442
July 202438
June 202440
May 202445

A total of 16 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20246
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 180 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 202514
March 202520
February 202510
January 202511
December 20249
November 202421
October 202419
September 20246
August 20243
July 202420
June 202426
May 20246

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 63 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.85 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20255
March 20257
February 20251
January 20257
December 20246
November 20246
October 20244
September 20242
August 20244
July 20248
June 20244
May 20245

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
December 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251

High Crime Locations Yeovil West in May 2025

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

1. Christopher Close (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting6
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
2. St Patrick'S Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
3. Perrythorne Park (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Century Park (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting4
7. Marl Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Ferndale Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
9. Thatcham Close (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Westbourne Grove (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1

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