Boston Spa Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Boston Spa maintained a crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 65.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This comparatively low rate is consistent with the area's character as a built-up district within Leeds, where residential stability and limited commercial density may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. The top crime categories were violence and sexual offences (31.3% of total), followed by public order (12.5%) and other crime (12.5%). These figures illustrate a mix of personal and community-level issues, with violent crime remaining significantly below national averages. Seasonal factors in November—such as the darkening evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night—may have influenced patterns, particularly in public order incidents. The low overall crime rate, however, suggests that local policing and community engagement efforts have likely contributed to maintaining safety. While the area's proximity to major transport routes and retail hubs could theoretically increase crime risk, the data shows no such correlation, indicating effective local crime prevention measures. The breakdown of crimes also highlights the absence of major property crime spikes, which may reflect the area's demographic profile and housing stock. As the month progressed into the holiday shopping period, the potential for retail-related crime was mitigated, though this remains an area to monitor as seasonal trends evolve.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in November 2023 was the 100% increase in criminal damage and arson cases, which rose from 0 to 1. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the broader uptick in overall crime. Similarly, possession of weapons and anti-social behaviour both doubled from the previous month, reflecting a shift in local crime dynamics. These increases contrast with a 28.6% decline in violence and sexual offences, which dropped from 7 to 5 incidents. The category of 'other crime' recorded a 131% above UK average rate (0.3 vs 0.1 per 1,000), a figure that stands out in the breakdown. Meanwhile, violent crime in Boston Spa remained 69% below the UK average (0.8 vs 2.6 per 1,000), a gap that underscores the area's continued safety compared to national trends. For residents, the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour may be a practical concern, as it suggests a need for heightened community vigilance in public spaces.

Boston Spa's crime rate in November 2023 rose 6.6% from the previous month, moving from 2.4 to 2.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in local patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate reveals that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 386 residents, a metric that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in this built-up area. While this rate is significantly below the UK average, the slight uptick from October suggests seasonal factors may be influencing local dynamics. The population of 6,180 means that even small changes in crime numbers can be amplified statistically, making it essential to consider both absolute and relative measures when interpreting trends.