Leeds vs Leeds — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Leeds

LS1 · Leeds

1,533

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences387
  • Shoplifting273
  • Anti-social behaviour148

Leeds

LS2 · Leeds

1,559

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences413
  • Shoplifting276
  • Anti-social behaviour147

Leeds has less crime — 1,533 vs 1,559 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leeds and Leeds recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 1,533 and 1,559 incidents respectively. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Leeds records significantly more (413 vs 387 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Leeds or Leeds safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Leeds recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 1,533 vs 1,559 incidents. That is 2% 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 April 2026, Leeds recorded 387 incidents of this type vs 413 in Leeds. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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