Harewood vs Leeds — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Harewood

LS17 · Leeds

59

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences27
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Public order7

Leeds

LS8 · Leeds

527

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences228
  • Anti-social behaviour49
  • Vehicle crime41

Harewood has less crime — 59 vs 527 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Harewood in April 2026 — 527 incidents compared to 59, a 8.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Harewood sees higher rates of Public order (7), while Leeds has more Vehicle crime (41). Harewood is below the national average while Leeds is above, making Harewood the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Harewood or Leeds safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Harewood recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 59 vs 527 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Harewood is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Harewood saw higher rates of Public order while Leeds had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Harewood recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 527).

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