Avon and Somerset Constabulary

Is South Petherton Safe?

Crime statistics for South Petherton. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 1,338 crimes
46 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

1,338 Crimes (last 36 months)
48.1% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓17.7% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 1,338 total crimes recorded in South Petherton

Violent Crime
638 47.7%
Anti-Social Behaviour
158 11.8%
Criminal Damage & Arson
117 8.7%
Public Order
112 8.4%
Shoplifting
76 5.7%
Other Theft
71 5.3%
Burglary
62 4.6%
Other Crime
40 3%
Vehicle Crime
29 2.2%
Drugs
16 1.2%
Possession of Weapons
9 0.7%
Robbery
7 0.5%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.1%
Theft from Person
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for South Petherton — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Petherton safe?

South Petherton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 46/100, rated Average. 428 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. South Petherton has an average crime level for the UK.

How many crimes were recorded in South Petherton in the last 12 months?

428 crimes were recorded in South Petherton in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 17.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (520 crimes).

What is the most common crime in South Petherton?

The most common crime in South Petherton is Violent Crime, with 638 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 149.1% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in South Petherton increasing or decreasing?

Crime in South Petherton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 17.7% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for South Petherton?

South Petherton has a safety score of 46 out of 100 (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 South Petherton compare to the Avon and Somerset Constabulary average?

South Petherton has a safety score of 46/100, while the Avon and Somerset Constabulary force area average is 15/100. South Petherton 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 South Petherton?

48.1% of crimes in South Petherton resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in South Petherton?

638 violent crimes were recorded in South Petherton in the last 12 months, representing 149.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 158 incidents.

When was the crime data for South Petherton last updated?

The crime data for South Petherton was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare South Petherton with other areas?

You can compare South Petherton with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.