Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LS1 · Leeds
1,312
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
LS11 · Leeds
519
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Leeds has less crime — 519 vs 1,312 incidents in February 2026.
Leeds recorded substantially more crime than Leeds in February 2026 — 1,312 incidents compared to 519, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leeds sees higher rates of Shoplifting (226) and Other theft (125), while Leeds has more Public order (48) and Criminal damage & arson (43). 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 — 519 vs 1,312 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Leeds is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Leeds saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Leeds had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Leeds recorded fewer total crimes (519 vs 1,312).