Crime in South Petherton & Islemoor: statistics, rates and trends
522 crimes were recorded in South Petherton & Islemoor in the 12 months to July 2026, 54.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 22% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in South Petherton & Islemoor at a glance
- Crime trends in South Petherton & Islemoor
- Types of crime in South Petherton & Islemoor
- South Petherton & Islemoor compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in South Petherton & Islemoor
- What happened after crimes were reported in South Petherton & Islemoor
- Population and deprivation in South Petherton & Islemoor
- Questions about crime in South Petherton & Islemoor
- About this data
522 crimes were recorded in South Petherton & Islemoor in the 12 months to July 2026, 54.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 22% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 245 reports (47% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, South Petherton & Islemoor has the 2,840th highest crime rate.
| Measure | South Petherton & Islemoor | Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 522 | 53,466 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 54.5 | 90.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +22% | +6% | -1% |
| Population | 9,580 | 588,328 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in South Petherton & Islemoor was highest in the year to July 2026 (522 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (329). Over the whole period it rose 59%, 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 | 522 | 54.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 429 | 44.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 451 | 47.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 392 | 40.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 394 | 41.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 454 | 47.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 437 | 45.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 358 | 37.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 329 | 34.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 39 |
| June 2026 | 35 |
| May 2026 | 49 |
| April 2026 | 49 |
| March 2026 | 32 |
| February 2026 | 36 |
| January 2026 | 50 |
| December 2025 | 43 |
| November 2025 | 51 |
| October 2025 | 43 |
| September 2025 | 45 |
| August 2025 | 50 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in South Petherton & Islemoor 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 criminal damage and arson (+100%) and anti-social behaviour (+54%). The largest falls were in burglary (-47%) and other theft (-15%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 245 | 25.6 | 0.75 | +26% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 88 | 9.2 | 0.60 | +54% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 62 | 6.5 | 0.95 | +100% |
| Other theft | 35 | 3.7 | 0.57 | -15% |
| Public order | 34 | 3.5 | 0.53 | +0% |
| Burglary | 16 | 1.7 | 0.47 | -47% |
| Other crime | 15 | 1.6 | 0.74 | +50% |
| Vehicle crime | 13 | 1.4 | 0.28 | -13% |
| Shoplifting | 5 | 0.5 | 0.06 | +25% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.4 | 0.43 | +100% |
| Drugs | 2 | 0.2 | 0.06 | -67% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.2 | 0.15 | -33% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.13 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in South Petherton & Islemoor
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 245 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (25.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 46.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in South Petherton & Islemoor
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 54% on the year before. It made up 16.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in South Petherton & Islemoor
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 11.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in South Petherton & Islemoor
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 6.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in South Petherton & Islemoor
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in South Petherton & Islemoor
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in South Petherton & Islemoor
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in South Petherton & Islemoor
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in South Petherton & Islemoor
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in South Petherton & Islemoor
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in South Petherton & Islemoor
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in South Petherton & Islemoor
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in South Petherton & Islemoor
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, 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 South Petherton & Islemoor, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to South Petherton & Islemoor.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs South Petherton & Islemoor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilminster | 568 | 51.1 | -6% |
| Crewkerne | 666 | 81.1 | +49% |
| Martock | 535 | 54.2 | -0% |
| Coker | 652 | 62.5 | +15% |
| Curry Rivel & Langport | 640 | 54.7 | +0% |
| Chard North | 1,118 | 103.3 | +90% |
| Brympton | 407 | 47.4 | -13% |
| Chard South | 874 | 98.9 | +82% |
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 South Petherton & Islemoor over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Quarry Piece Drive | 84 |
| On or near Buttle Close | 19 |
| On or near George Lane | 14 |
| On or near Higgin'S Grave Lane | 13 |
| On or near Silver Street | 13 |
| On or near Carey'S Hollow | 13 |
| On or near West End Close | 13 |
| On or near Supermarket | 12 |
| On or near Rydon Lane | 12 |
| On or near Cad Road | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in South Petherton & Islemoor 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 | 189 | 36.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 138 | 26.4% |
| Not recorded | 88 | 16.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 29 | 5.6% |
| Under investigation | 24 | 4.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 19 | 3.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 16 | 3.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 6 | 1.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.8% |
| Local resolution | 3 | 0.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
South Petherton & Islemoor has an estimated population of 9,580. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in South Petherton & Islemoor sits in decile 5.7, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | South Petherton & Islemoor |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 52.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 33.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.4% |
| Social rented homes | 12.7% |
| Private rented homes | 12.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.7 |
Is South Petherton & Islemoor a safe place to live?
South Petherton & Islemoor recorded 54.5 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 South Petherton & Islemoor?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 245 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (88).
Is crime in South Petherton & Islemoor going up or down?
Recorded crime in South Petherton & Islemoor was up 22% on the year before: 522 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 429 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers South Petherton & Islemoor?
South Petherton & Islemoor 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 South Petherton & Islemoor. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.