Guiseley vs Leeds — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Guiseley

LS20 · Leeds

101

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Shoplifting17
  • Public order13

Leeds

LS28 · Leeds

278

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences96
  • Shoplifting57
  • Other theft26

Guiseley has less crime — 101 vs 278 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Guiseley in March 2026 — 278 incidents compared to 101, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Guiseley sees higher rates of Public order (13), while Leeds has more Other theft (26). Guiseley is below the national average while Leeds is above, making Guiseley the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Guiseley or Leeds safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Guiseley recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 101 vs 278 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Guiseley is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Guiseley saw higher rates of Public order while Leeds had more Other theft. Overall, Guiseley recorded fewer total crimes (101 vs 278).

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