Crime in Yeovil Central: statistics, rates and trends
1,146 crimes were recorded in Yeovil Central in the 12 months to July 2026, 103.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Yeovil Central at a glance
- Crime trends in Yeovil Central
- Types of crime in Yeovil Central
- Yeovil Central compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Yeovil Central
- What happened after crimes were reported in Yeovil Central
- Population and deprivation in Yeovil Central
- Questions about crime in Yeovil Central
- About this data
1,146 crimes were recorded in Yeovil Central in the 12 months to July 2026, 103.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 567 reports (49% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Yeovil Central has the 1,153rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Yeovil Central | Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,146 | 53,466 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 103.7 | 90.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +9% | +6% | -1% |
| Population | 11,056 | 588,328 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Yeovil Central was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,354 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (1,055). Over the whole period it fell 4%, 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 | 1,146 | 103.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,055 | 95.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,138 | 102.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,067 | 96.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,163 | 105.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,354 | 122.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,289 | 116.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,121 | 101.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,197 | 108.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 104 |
| June 2026 | 90 |
| May 2026 | 73 |
| April 2026 | 88 |
| March 2026 | 93 |
| February 2026 | 98 |
| January 2026 | 87 |
| December 2025 | 103 |
| November 2025 | 107 |
| October 2025 | 83 |
| September 2025 | 121 |
| August 2025 | 99 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Yeovil Central 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. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, public order, other crime.
The largest increases were in burglary (+50%) and other theft (+49%). The largest falls were in drugs (-14%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 567 | 51.3 | 1.50 | +3% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 152 | 13.7 | 0.90 | +14% |
| Public order | 101 | 9.1 | 1.37 | -5% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 76 | 6.9 | 1.01 | +19% |
| Other theft | 70 | 6.3 | 0.99 | +49% |
| Burglary | 36 | 3.3 | 0.92 | +50% |
| Other crime | 35 | 3.2 | 1.50 | +17% |
| Drugs | 25 | 2.3 | 0.69 | -14% |
| Shoplifting | 25 | 2.3 | 0.27 | +56% |
| Vehicle crime | 25 | 2.3 | 0.46 | -7% |
| Robbery | 17 | 1.5 | 1.14 | +13% |
| Bicycle theft | 7 | 0.6 | 0.77 | +250% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.6 | 0.65 | -22% |
| Theft from the person | 3 | 0.3 | 0.16 | +200% |
Violence and sexual offences in Yeovil Central
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Yeovil Central recorded 567 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (51.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 49.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Yeovil Central
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Yeovil Central recorded 152 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 13.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Yeovil Central
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Yeovil Central recorded 101 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Yeovil Central
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Yeovil Central recorded 76 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Yeovil Central
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Yeovil Central recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 49% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Yeovil Central
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Yeovil Central recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Yeovil Central
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Yeovil Central recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Yeovil Central
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Yeovil Central recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Yeovil Central
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Yeovil Central recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 56% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Yeovil Central
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Yeovil Central recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Yeovil Central
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Yeovil Central recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Yeovil Central
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Yeovil Central recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 250% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Yeovil Central
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Yeovil Central recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Yeovil Central
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Yeovil Central recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Yeovil Central, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Yeovil Central.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Yeovil Central |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil East | 1,172 | 102.5 | -1% |
| Yeovil West | 973 | 96.9 | -6% |
| Yeovil South | 2,477 | 229.9 | +122% |
| Brympton | 407 | 47.4 | -54% |
| Coker | 652 | 62.5 | -40% |
| Martock | 535 | 54.2 | -48% |
| Castle Cary | 622 | 51.8 | -50% |
| Somerton | 510 | 45.6 | -56% |
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 Yeovil Central over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Hospital | 101 |
| On or near Wyndham View | 51 |
| On or near Parking Area | 50 |
| On or near Great Western Terrace | 37 |
| On or near Southville | 35 |
| On or near Newcroft Court | 34 |
| On or near Sparrow Road | 34 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 34 |
| On or near Hill View | 33 |
| On or near Matthews Road | 28 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Yeovil Central 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 | 483 | 42.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 229 | 20.0% |
| Not recorded | 152 | 13.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 89 | 7.8% |
| Under investigation | 87 | 7.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 40 | 3.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 17 | 1.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 12 | 1.0% |
| Local resolution | 10 | 0.9% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 5 | 0.4% |
Yeovil Central has an estimated population of 11,056. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Yeovil Central sits in decile 5.1, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Yeovil Central |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 60.1% |
| Social rented homes | 18.3% |
| Private rented homes | 21.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.1 |
Is Yeovil Central a safe place to live?
Yeovil Central recorded 103.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Yeovil Central?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 567 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (152).
Is crime in Yeovil Central going up or down?
Recorded crime in Yeovil Central was up 9% on the year before: 1,146 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,055 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Yeovil Central?
Yeovil Central 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 Yeovil Central. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.