Leeds vs Leeds — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Leeds

LS1 · Leeds

1,312

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences364
  • Shoplifting226
  • Other theft125

Leeds

LS18 · Leeds

120

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Shoplifting17
  • Other theft12

Leeds has less crime — 120 vs 1,312 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Leeds in February 2026 — 1,312 incidents compared to 120, a 10.9x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Leeds records significantly more (364 vs 44 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Leeds or Leeds safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Leeds recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 120 vs 1,312 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Leeds is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Leeds recorded 364 incidents of this type vs 44 in Leeds. Overall, Leeds had fewer total crimes (120 vs 1,312).

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