Crime in Midsomer Norton North: statistics, rates and trends
190 crimes were recorded in Midsomer Norton North in the 12 months to August 2026, 40.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and up 19% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Midsomer Norton North at a glance
- Crime trends in Midsomer Norton North
- Types of crime in Midsomer Norton North
- Midsomer Norton North compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Midsomer Norton North
- What happened after crimes were reported in Midsomer Norton North
- Demographics of Midsomer Norton North
- Questions about crime in Midsomer Norton North
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (97), anti-social behaviour (17) and vehicle crime (13) made up 67% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 3,451st of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lowest quarter.
| Measure | Midsomer Norton North | Bath and North East Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 190 | 18,013 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 40.0 | 90.1 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +19% | +7% | -1% |
| Population | 4,753 | 200,028 | 58,127,638 |
The year to August 2026 had the most recorded crime in Midsomer Norton North of any year here (190 crimes). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it rose 13%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 190 | 40.0 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 160 | 33.7 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 150 | 31.6 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 148 | 31.1 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 154 | 32.4 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 169 | 35.6 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 151 | 31.8 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 174 | 36.6 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 168 | 35.3 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 14 |
| July 2026 | 11 |
| June 2026 | 14 |
| May 2026 | 20 |
| April 2026 | 18 |
| March 2026 | 22 |
| February 2026 | 10 |
| January 2026 | 17 |
| December 2025 | 9 |
| November 2025 | 11 |
| October 2025 | 23 |
| September 2025 | 21 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and violence and sexual offences (40% below) was well below it. On the year before, violence and sexual offences rose from 77 to 97.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 97 | 20.4 | 34.2 | +26% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 17 | 3.6 | 15.4 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 13 | 2.7 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 10 | 2.1 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Other theft | 10 | 2.1 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Public order | 10 | 2.1 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 9 | 1.9 | 8.5 | n/a |
| Burglary | 8 | 1.7 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Other crime | 8 | 1.7 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Drugs | 5 | 1.1 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.6 | 1.4 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
6 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Midsomer Norton North; the highest is Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset (90.2 per 1,000) and the lowest High Littleton, Bath and North East Somerset (35.7).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Midsomer Norton North |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midsomer Norton Redfield | 592 | 77.8 | +95% |
| Westfield | 519 | 78.6 | +97% |
| Paulton | 421 | 64.3 | +61% |
| Radstock | 570 | 90.2 | +126% |
| High Littleton | 110 | 35.7 | -11% |
| Peasedown | 333 | 50.6 | +26% |
| Mendip | 127 | 41.4 | +4% |
| Bathavon South | 162 | 36.4 | -9% |
The 10 locations below account for 52% of the crime recorded in Midsomer Norton North over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Parking Area” (26).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 26 |
| On or near Hallam Close | 15 |
| On or near Railway View Place | 10 |
| On or near Fisher Close | 8 |
| On or near Bushy Combe | 7 |
| On or near East Mead | 7 |
| On or near Geldof Drive | 7 |
| On or near Lilac Terrace | 7 |
| On or near Somer Road | 6 |
| On or near Sunnymead | 6 |
Of the 173 crimes in Midsomer Norton North with a recorded outcome, 31% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 0.6% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 17 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 69 | 39.9% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 54 | 31.2% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 23 | 13.3% | 11.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 14 | 8.1% | 4.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 3.5% | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 1.2% | 3.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 1 | 0.6% | 5.2% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.6% | 0.6% |
Midsomer Norton North has an estimated population of 4,753 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has less social housing (6.0%, against 17.1%), fewer households without a car (10%, against 23%) and less private renting (11%, against 20%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Midsomer Norton North average decile 8.8 (1 = most deprived), less deprived than average.
| Measure | Midsomer Norton North | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.0% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.4% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 61.5% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.1% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 26.4% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.5% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 27.4% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 16.7% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 10.3% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 82.6% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 6.0% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 11.4% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.8 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Midsomer Norton North a safe place to live?
Midsomer Norton North recorded 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 3,451st of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Midsomer Norton North?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 97 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (17).
Is crime in Midsomer Norton North going up or down?
Recorded crime in Midsomer Norton North was up 19% on the year before: 190 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 160 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Midsomer Norton North?
About 4,753 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 23% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Midsomer Norton North?
Midsomer Norton North 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.