Crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield: statistics, rates and trends
613 crimes were recorded in Midsomer Norton Redfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 80.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield at a glance
- Crime trends in Midsomer Norton Redfield
- Types of crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield
- Midsomer Norton Redfield compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield
- What happened after crimes were reported in Midsomer Norton Redfield
- Population and deprivation in Midsomer Norton Redfield
- Questions about crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield
- About this data
613 crimes were recorded in Midsomer Norton Redfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 80.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 256 reports (42% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Midsomer Norton Redfield has the 1,831st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Midsomer Norton Redfield | Bath and North East Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 613 | 17,881 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 80.5 | 89.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -0% | +6% | -1% |
| Population | 7,613 | 200,028 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield was highest in the year to July 2025 (615 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (457). Over the whole period it rose 23%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 613 | 80.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 615 | 80.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 532 | 69.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 488 | 64.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 457 | 60.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 458 | 60.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 528 | 69.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 508 | 66.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 497 | 65.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 45 |
| June 2026 | 45 |
| May 2026 | 56 |
| April 2026 | 60 |
| March 2026 | 50 |
| February 2026 | 36 |
| January 2026 | 71 |
| December 2025 | 46 |
| November 2025 | 65 |
| October 2025 | 33 |
| September 2025 | 43 |
| August 2025 | 63 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Midsomer Norton Redfield over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in burglary (+43%) and criminal damage and arson (+39%). The largest falls were in other theft (-39%) and shoplifting (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 256 | 33.6 | 0.98 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 116 | 15.2 | 0.99 | +15% |
| Public order | 54 | 7.1 | 1.07 | -22% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 43 | 5.6 | 0.83 | +39% |
| Other theft | 35 | 4.6 | 0.72 | -39% |
| Burglary | 30 | 3.9 | 1.11 | +43% |
| Shoplifting | 24 | 3.2 | 0.38 | -29% |
| Vehicle crime | 19 | 2.5 | 0.51 | +27% |
| Other crime | 18 | 2.4 | 1.12 | +260% |
| Robbery | 11 | 1.4 | 1.07 | +175% |
| Drugs | 4 | 0.5 | 0.16 | +300% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.3 | 0.27 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.08 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 256 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (33.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 41.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 116 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 18.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 39% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 260% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 175% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Midsomer Norton Redfield
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Midsomer Norton Redfield, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Midsomer Norton Redfield.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Midsomer Norton Redfield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midsomer Norton North | 192 | 40.4 | -50% |
| Westfield | 518 | 78.4 | -3% |
| Paulton | 422 | 64.4 | -20% |
| Radstock | 602 | 95.3 | +18% |
| High Littleton | 114 | 37.0 | -54% |
| Peasedown | 339 | 51.5 | -36% |
| Mendip | 129 | 42.1 | -48% |
| Bathavon South | 172 | 38.7 | -52% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Midsomer Norton Redfield over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Hillside Road | 42 |
| On or near Waterfall Way | 39 |
| On or near Northway | 38 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 33 |
| On or near Excelsior Terrace | 24 |
| On or near Supermarket | 22 |
| On or near Hillside Crescent | 19 |
| On or near Church Court | 18 |
| On or near Elm View | 17 |
| On or near Redfield Road | 17 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Midsomer Norton Redfield over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 201 | 32.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 134 | 21.9% |
| Not recorded | 116 | 18.9% |
| Under investigation | 54 | 8.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 46 | 7.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 15 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 11 | 1.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 10 | 1.6% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 1.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 6 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 6 | 1.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.8% |
Midsomer Norton Redfield has an estimated population of 7,613. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Midsomer Norton Redfield sits in decile 6.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Midsomer Norton Redfield |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 73.0% |
| Social rented homes | 12.7% |
| Private rented homes | 14.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.8 |
Is Midsomer Norton Redfield a safe place to live?
Midsomer Norton Redfield recorded 80.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 256 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (116).
Is crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield going up or down?
Recorded crime in Midsomer Norton Redfield was almost unchanged on the year before: 613 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 615 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Midsomer Norton Redfield?
Midsomer Norton Redfield is policed by Avon and Somerset. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Midsomer Norton Redfield. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.