Is Shepton Mallet Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Shepton Mallet Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 181 total crimes recorded in Shepton Mallet Rural
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Shepton Mallet Rural — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shepton Mallet Rural safe?
Shepton Mallet Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 72/100, rated Safe. A total of 181 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 36.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Shepton Mallet Rural is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Shepton Mallet Rural in the last 12 months?
181 crimes were recorded in Shepton Mallet Rural in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 36.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (285 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 76 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Shepton Mallet Rural?
The most common crime in Shepton Mallet Rural is Violent Crime, with 76 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 42% 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 Shepton Mallet Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Shepton Mallet Rural is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 36.5% — from 285 crimes in the previous 12 months to 181 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Shepton Mallet Rural?
Shepton Mallet Rural has a safety score of 72 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Shepton Mallet Rural compare to the Avon and Somerset Constabulary average?
Shepton Mallet Rural has a safety score of 72/100, while the Avon and Somerset Constabulary force area average is 14/100. Shepton Mallet Rural 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 Shepton Mallet Rural?
0% of crimes recorded in Shepton Mallet Rural 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 Shepton Mallet Rural?
76 violent crimes were recorded in Shepton Mallet Rural in the last 12 months — representing 42% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 24 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 Shepton Mallet Rural last updated?
The crime data for Shepton Mallet Rural 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 Shepton Mallet Rural with other areas?
You can compare Shepton Mallet Rural 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.