Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LS23 · Leeds
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LS5 · Leeds
297
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Boston Spa has less crime — 8 vs 297 incidents in February 2026.
Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Boston Spa in February 2026 — 297 incidents compared to 8, a 37.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Boston Spa sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (2) and Public order (2), while Leeds has more Shoplifting (32) and Burglary (24). Boston Spa is below the national average while Leeds is above, making Boston Spa the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Boston Spa recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 8 vs 297 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Boston Spa is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Boston Spa saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Leeds had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, Boston Spa recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 297).