Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LS3 · Leeds
1,329
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LS21 · Leeds
47
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Otley has less crime — 47 vs 1,329 incidents in April 2026.
Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Otley in April 2026 — 1,329 incidents compared to 47, a 28.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leeds sees higher rates of Shoplifting (207) and Anti-social behaviour (108), while Otley has more Criminal damage & arson (6) and Public order (5). Leeds sits above the national average for recorded crime while Otley is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Otley recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 47 vs 1,329 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Otley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leeds saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Otley had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Otley recorded fewer total crimes (47 vs 1,329).