Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF3 · Leeds
51
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WF5 · Wakefield
108
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Leeds has less crime — 51 vs 108 incidents in February 2026.
Wakefield recorded notably higher crime than Leeds in February 2026 — 108 vs 51 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leeds sees higher rates of Burglary (9) and Other theft (6), while Wakefield has more Anti-social behaviour (10) and Vehicle crime (9). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Leeds recorded fewer crimes than Wakefield — 51 vs 108 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Leeds is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Leeds saw higher rates of Burglary and Other theft while Wakefield had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Leeds recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 108).