Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LS20 · Leeds
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LS9 · Leeds
688
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Guiseley has less crime — 85 vs 688 incidents in February 2026.
Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Guiseley in February 2026 — 688 incidents compared to 85, a 8.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Guiseley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (24) and Anti-social behaviour (10), while Leeds has more Other theft (54) and Criminal damage & arson (48). Guiseley is below the national average while Leeds is above, making Guiseley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Guiseley recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 85 vs 688 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Guiseley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Guiseley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Leeds had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Guiseley recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 688).