Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LS29 · Bradford
21
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
LS16 · Leeds
173
crimes in March 2026
Near national average
Ilkley has less crime — 21 vs 173 incidents in March 2026.
Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Ilkley in March 2026 — 173 incidents compared to 21, a 8.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ilkley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3) and Burglary (2), while Leeds has more Anti-social behaviour (17) and Criminal damage & arson (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Ilkley recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 21 vs 173 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Ilkley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Ilkley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Burglary while Leeds had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ilkley recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 173).