Leeds vs Wetherby — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Leeds

LS16 · Leeds

150

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Shoplifting17
  • Public order15

Wetherby

LS22 · Leeds

41

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Shoplifting5
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Wetherby has less crime — 41 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Wetherby in April 2026 — 150 incidents compared to 41, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leeds sees higher rates of Public order (15), while Wetherby has more Anti-social behaviour (5). 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 Wetherby safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wetherby recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 41 vs 150 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Wetherby is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leeds saw higher rates of Public order while Wetherby had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Wetherby recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 150).

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