Langport Crime Rate

Langport experiences an overall crime rate of 78.0 per 1,000 residents per year, which is below the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. The area maintains a robust safety score of 82 out of 100, exceeding the national average of 78, indicating a relatively secure environment. However, Langport has seen a significant increasing trend in its crime statistics, with a 37.3% rise in overall crime year-on-year. This report delves into the specific crime types and trends, offering residents a detailed understanding of the local safety landscape.

In Langport, an examination of crime types reveals that violence and sexual offences are the most common, with 112 incidents recorded, equating to 33.0 per 1,000 residents and comprising 42.3% of all crimes. Shoplifting is the second most common, with 50 incidents (14.7 per 1,000, 18.9%), followed by public order offences at 31 crimes (9.1 per 1,000, 11.7%).

When considering property-related crime, which includes burglary, other theft, shoplifting, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, robbery, and vehicle crime, Langport recorded 90 incidents. This results in a property crime rate of 26.5 per 1,000 people, which is lower than the UK average property crime rate of 33.2 per 1,000. While the overall property crime rate is below the national average, the high incidence of shoplifting and other theft highlights the importance of securing property and being vigilant in commercial areas.

Langport has experienced a significant increasing crime trend over the last year, with an overall rise of 37.3% year-on-year. Monthly trend data reveals substantial fluctuations. Crime rates were notably higher in May 2025 (9.4 per 1,000), July 2025 (10.3 per 1,000), and peaked in September 2025 at 12.1 per 1,000. Conversely, months like October 2024 and June 2025 saw lower rates around 4.4 per 1,000. These variations suggest a dynamic and concerning upward trend, indicating a need for increased vigilance and potentially enhanced preventative measures by residents.

Crime patterns in Langport reveal distinct shifts throughout the day. During the morning (6am - 12pm), burglary accounts for only 2% of crimes, while theft is a significant 69%, and vehicle crime is 9%. This indicates a period dominated by opportunistic theft, likely in commercial or public areas. The afternoon (12pm - 6pm) sees theft remain exceptionally high at 75%, with burglary at 3% and vehicle crime at 3%, suggesting continued vulnerability to theft during peak activity hours.

As evening (6pm - 12am) approaches, theft decreases to 39%, while 'other' crimes rise to 45%, with burglary at 3% and vehicle crime at 13%. This shift suggests a broader range of criminal activity beyond pure theft. During the night (12am - 6am), vehicle crime peaks at 37%, while theft drops to 23%, and burglary is at 5%. This period is clearly the most vulnerable for vehicle-related offences, underscoring the importance of robust overnight security measures.

Comparing Langport to its neighbouring areas provides a valuable regional context for its crime statistics. While specific comparative rates for each area are not detailed here, Langport's overall crime rate of 78.0 per 1,000 and safety score of 82/100 offer a benchmark. Settlements such as Pitney, Drayton (South Somerset), Long Sutton (South Somerset), and High Ham form the immediate surroundings. Understanding that crime can vary even within close proximity, Langport's figures suggest it offers a relatively secure living environment within the South Somerset local authority area, aligning with or performing better than many of its immediate neighbours, despite its recent upward trend.

Despite Langport's property crime rate of 25.9 per 1,000 people being below the UK average, and with shoplifting and other theft being significant concerns, proactive home and personal security remains crucial. Traditional security systems often merely record a crime in progress, providing evidence after the fact rather than actively preventing the intrusion. For a more robust solution, consider scOS, an AI-powered home security operating system engineered to prevent crime before it happens.

scOS provides proactive protection by detecting threats at your property boundary, not after an individual has gained entry. Its multi-camera intelligence ensures comprehensive surveillance, never missing a detail, while DVLA vehicle verification can instantly identify suspicious vehicles with fake plates. Through pattern learning, scOS distinguishes between legitimate activity and real threats, only alerting you when necessary. Its autonomous response capabilities, including activating lights and engaging speakers, destroy the element of surprise for intruders, often causing them to abandon their intentions. Investing in professional-grade security like scOS can significantly enhance your property's protection, moving beyond mere recording to active prevention.