Otley vs Wetherby — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Otley

LS21 · Leeds

73

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Shoplifting15
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Wetherby

LS22 · Leeds

61

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Shoplifting11
  • Anti-social behaviour8

Wetherby has less crime — 61 vs 73 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Otley saw somewhat more crime than Wetherby in March 2026 (73 vs 61 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Otley or Wetherby safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Wetherby recorded fewer crimes than Otley — 61 vs 73 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. Wetherby is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Otley and Wetherby?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Otley recorded 19 incidents of this type vs 19 in Wetherby. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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