Crime in Ilminster, Somerset: statistics, rates and trends
555 crimes were recorded in Ilminster, Somerset in the 12 months to August 2026, 49.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and up 20% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Ilminster, Somerset at a glance
- Crime trends in Ilminster, Somerset
- Types of crime in Ilminster, Somerset
- Ilminster, Somerset compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Ilminster, Somerset
- What happened after crimes were reported in Ilminster, Somerset
- Demographics of Ilminster, Somerset
- Questions about crime in Ilminster, Somerset
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (240), anti-social behaviour (81) and other theft (51) made up 67% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 3,030th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lowest quarter.
| Measure | Ilminster, Somerset | Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 555 | 53,421 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 49.9 | 90.8 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +20% | +6% | -1% |
| Population | 11,118 | 588,328 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Ilminster, Somerset peaked in the year to August 2018 (580 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2021 (451). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 4%, in line with England and Wales.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 555 | 49.9 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 463 | 41.6 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 465 | 41.8 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 466 | 41.9 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 477 | 42.9 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 451 | 40.6 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 468 | 42.1 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 486 | 43.7 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 580 | 52.2 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 37 |
| July 2026 | 38 |
| June 2026 | 32 |
| May 2026 | 38 |
| April 2026 | 62 |
| March 2026 | 67 |
| February 2026 | 47 |
| January 2026 | 44 |
| December 2025 | 38 |
| November 2025 | 67 |
| October 2025 | 53 |
| September 2025 | 32 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and shoplifting (77% below) and vehicle crime (58% below) were well below it. On the year before, burglary rose from 20 to 38 and anti-social behaviour rose from 63 to 81, while public order fell from 42 to 34.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 240 | 21.6 | 34.2 | +3% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 81 | 7.3 | 15.4 | +29% |
| Other theft | 51 | 4.6 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 40 | 3.6 | 6.7 | +21% |
| Burglary | 38 | 3.4 | 3.6 | +90% |
| Public order | 34 | 3.1 | 6.7 | -19% |
| Vehicle crime | 23 | 2.1 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 22 | 2.0 | 8.5 | +10% |
| Other crime | 10 | 0.9 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Drugs | 7 | 0.6 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.8 | n/a |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.3 | 1.4 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.2 | 1.7 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 1.0 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
Every one of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods has a higher crime rate than Ilminster, Somerset.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Ilminster, Somerset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chard North | 1,060 | 97.9 | +96% |
| South Petherton & Islemoor | 507 | 52.9 | +6% |
| Chard South | 866 | 98.0 | +96% |
| Crewkerne | 661 | 80.4 | +61% |
| Curry Rivel & Langport | 634 | 54.2 | +9% |
| Martock | 545 | 55.2 | +11% |
| Monkton & North Curry | 996 | 75.5 | +51% |
| Taunton South | 828 | 77.5 | +55% |
The 10 locations below account for 38% of the crime recorded in Ilminster, Somerset over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Petrol Station” (63).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 63 |
| On or near Rutters Lane | 22 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 22 |
| On or near Supermarket | 18 |
| On or near Ile Court | 16 |
| On or near Ilminster Services | 16 |
| On or near Railway Cuttings | 16 |
| On or near Station Road | 13 |
| On or near Greendale | 12 |
| On or near Silver Street | 12 |
Of the 474 crimes in Ilminster, Somerset with a recorded outcome, 36% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 5.5% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 81 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 200 | 42.2% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 172 | 36.3% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 27 | 5.7% | 11.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 26 | 5.5% | 5.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 21 | 4.4% | 4.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 14 | 3.0% | 1.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 6 | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 3 | 0.6% | 3.1% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% | 0.6% |
Ilminster, Somerset has an estimated population of 11,118 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has an older population (32%, against 19%), more retired residents (35%, against 22%) and fewer students (3.4%, against 7.9%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Ilminster, Somerset average decile 5.9 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Ilminster, Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.3% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 31.6% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 52.6% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 34.7% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 3.4% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 31.8% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 16.4% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 11.2% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 73.3% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 11.3% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 15.3% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.9 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Ilminster, Somerset a safe place to live?
Ilminster, Somerset recorded 49.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 3,030th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Ilminster, Somerset?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 240 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (81).
Is crime in Ilminster, Somerset going up or down?
Recorded crime in Ilminster, Somerset was up 20% on the year before: 555 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 463 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Ilminster, Somerset?
About 11,118 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 32% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Ilminster, Somerset?
Ilminster, Somerset is policed by Avon and Somerset.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.