Crime Rate in Yeovil West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Yeovil West

The total recorded crimes in Yeovil West, South Somerset, UK in January 2026 are around 71 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Yeovil West crime rate of 4.04 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 Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (30.77% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (9) incidents (-43.75% decrease)
  • Robbery: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Yeovil West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 8
  • St Anne'S Gardens with total crimes: 7
  • Christopher Close 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 January 2026 the Yeovil West has recorded 71 crimes with crime rate of 4.04 ranking 8th 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.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Yeovil West)CrimesRank (Yeovil West)CrimesRank (Yeovil West)
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
Wincanton & Bruton91 41,188 4880 5
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

Yeovil West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Shoplifting 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 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 397 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 33.08 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202634
December 202526
November 202542
October 202539
September 202536
August 202538
July 202531
June 202534
May 202528
April 202528
March 202536
February 202525

A total of 96 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 202512
November 20255
October 202511
September 202511
August 20257
July 20257
June 20258
May 202510
April 202512
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 47 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20253
November 20253
October 20252
September 20258
August 20252
July 20253
June 20255
May 20257
April 20254
March 20254
February 20252

A total of 177 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.75 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20269
December 202516
November 202524
October 202519
September 20259
August 202517
July 202514
June 202510
May 202515
April 202514
March 202520
February 202510

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
September 20251
August 20252
April 20252

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20252
November 20252
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 111 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.25 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20258
November 20258
October 202513
September 20255
August 202516
July 202516
June 20259
May 202513
April 20256
March 20259
February 20255

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20251
November 20251
August 20251
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
March 20251

A total of 62 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20256
November 20255
October 20256
September 20255
August 202510
July 20255
June 20255
May 20254
April 20255
March 20257
February 20251

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20253
September 20252
August 20252
July 20252
May 20252
February 20251

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20252
October 20254
September 20254
August 20253
July 20252
June 20253
April 20254
March 20252

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20253
October 20251
September 20255
August 20252
July 20251
June 20254
May 20254
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
May 20251
March 20251

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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 January 2026

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting4
Robbery3
Public order1
2. St Anne'S Gardens (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Robbery1
3. Christopher Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting5
5. Tewkesbury (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
6. Perrythorne Park (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Freedom Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Cambridge Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Foxes Rest (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Westfield Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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