Grimston vs Rothwell — 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

Rothwell

LS26 · Leeds

45

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences24
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Other theft5

Grimston has less crime — 2 vs 45 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Rothwell recorded substantially more crime than Grimston in March 2026 — 45 incidents compared to 2, a 22.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Grimston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (1), while Rothwell has more Violence & sexual offences (24) and Other theft (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Grimston or Rothwell safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Grimston recorded fewer crimes than Rothwell — 2 vs 45 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Grimston is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Grimston saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Rothwell had more Violence & sexual offences and Other theft. Overall, Grimston recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 45).

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