Grimston vs Leeds — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Grimston

LS24 · North Yorkshire

2

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Leeds

LS28 · Leeds

278

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences96
  • Shoplifting57
  • Other theft26

Grimston has less crime — 2 vs 278 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Grimston in March 2026 — 278 incidents compared to 2, a 139.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Grimston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (1) and Criminal damage & arson (1), while Leeds has more Violence & sexual offences (96) and Shoplifting (57). Grimston is below the national average while Leeds is above, making Grimston the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Grimston or Leeds safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Grimston recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 2 vs 278 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Grimston is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Grimston and Leeds?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Grimston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Leeds had more Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting. Overall, Grimston recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 278).

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