Leeds vs Leeds — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Leeds

LS18 · Leeds

120

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Shoplifting17
  • Other theft12

Leeds

LS4 · Leeds

524

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences180
  • Shoplifting65
  • Other theft43

Leeds has less crime — 120 vs 524 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Leeds in February 2026 — 524 incidents compared to 120, a 4.4x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Leeds records significantly more (180 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 524 incidents. That is 77% 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 44 incidents of this type vs 180 in Leeds. Overall, Leeds had fewer total crimes (120 vs 524).

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