Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LS2 · Leeds
1,559
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LS9 · Leeds
727
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Leeds has less crime — 727 vs 1,559 incidents in April 2026.
Leeds recorded notably higher crime than Leeds in April 2026 — 1,559 vs 727 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leeds sees higher rates of Shoplifting (276) and Anti-social behaviour (147), while Leeds has more Criminal damage & arson (60) and Other theft (59). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Leeds recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 727 vs 1,559 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Leeds is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leeds saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Leeds had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Leeds recorded fewer total crimes (727 vs 1,559).