Boston Spa vs Harewood — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Boston Spa

LS23 · Leeds

17

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Other theft3
  • Anti-social behaviour3

Harewood

LS17 · Leeds

59

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences27
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Public order7

Boston Spa has less crime — 17 vs 59 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Harewood recorded substantially more crime than Boston Spa in April 2026 — 59 incidents compared to 17, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Boston Spa sees higher rates of Other theft (3), while Harewood has more Public order (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Boston Spa or Harewood safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Boston Spa recorded fewer crimes than Harewood — 17 vs 59 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Boston Spa is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Boston Spa and Harewood?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Boston Spa saw higher rates of Other theft while Harewood had more Public order. Overall, Boston Spa recorded fewer total crimes (17 vs 59).

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