Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LS23 · Leeds
20
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
LS29 · Bradford
21
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
Boston Spa has less crime — 20 vs 21 incidents in March 2026.
Boston Spa and Ilkley recorded very similar overall crime levels in March 2026 — 20 and 21 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Boston Spa sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3), while Ilkley has more Shoplifting (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Boston Spa recorded fewer crimes than Ilkley — 20 vs 21 incidents. That is 5% fewer crimes. Boston Spa is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Boston Spa saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Ilkley had more Shoplifting. Overall, Boston Spa recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 21).