Is Martock and the Hamdons Safe?
Crime statistics for Martock and the Hamdons. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 476 total crimes recorded in Martock and the Hamdons
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Martock and the Hamdons — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Martock and the Hamdons safe?
Martock and the Hamdons has a CrimeRadar safety score of 35/100, rated Below Average. A total of 476 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 0.9% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Martock and the Hamdons are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Martock and the Hamdons in the last 12 months?
476 crimes were recorded in Martock and the Hamdons in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 0.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (472 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 250 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Martock and the Hamdons?
The most common crime in Martock and the Hamdons is Violent Crime, with 250 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 52.5% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Martock and the Hamdons increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Martock and the Hamdons is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 0.9% — from 472 crimes in the previous 12 months to 476 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Martock and the Hamdons?
Martock and the Hamdons has a safety score of 35 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Martock and the Hamdons compare to the Avon and Somerset Constabulary average?
Martock and the Hamdons has a safety score of 35/100, while the Avon and Somerset Constabulary force area average is 14/100. Martock and the Hamdons is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Martock and the Hamdons?
20% of crimes recorded in Martock and the Hamdons resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Avon and Somerset Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Martock and the Hamdons?
250 violent crimes were recorded in Martock and the Hamdons in the last 12 months — representing 52.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 60 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Martock and the Hamdons last updated?
The crime data for Martock and the Hamdons was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Martock and the Hamdons with other areas?
You can compare Martock and the Hamdons with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.