Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LS4 · Leeds
524
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
LS6 · Leeds
420
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Leeds has less crime — 420 vs 524 incidents in February 2026.
Leeds saw somewhat more crime than Leeds in February 2026 (524 vs 420 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leeds sees higher rates of Shoplifting (65), while Leeds has more Criminal damage & arson (35). 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 February 2026 Police data, Leeds recorded fewer crimes than Leeds — 420 vs 524 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Leeds is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Leeds saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Leeds had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Leeds recorded fewer total crimes (420 vs 524).