Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LS7 · Leeds
389
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
LS9 · Leeds
688
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Leeds has less crime — 389 vs 688 incidents in February 2026.
Leeds recorded notably higher crime than Leeds in February 2026 — 688 vs 389 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leeds sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (36) and Burglary (32), while Leeds has more Other theft (54) and Criminal damage & arson (48). 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 — 389 vs 688 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Leeds is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Leeds saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Burglary while Leeds had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Leeds recorded fewer total crimes (389 vs 688).