Calverley Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Calverley's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure 23% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This places the built-up area within Leeds in a comparatively safer position nationally. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 48.3% of all reported crimes, making it the most prevalent category, followed by burglary at 31.0%. These figures suggest a persistent issue with community disturbance and property crime, even as the area benefits from an overall lower crime rate than the UK average. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—likely contributes to the spikes in anti-social behaviour and burglary, as increased foot traffic and transient populations may exacerbate such issues. Meanwhile, the sharp decline in violence and sexual offences, from 10 to 4 cases, indicates a positive trend that may be linked to targeted policing efforts or seasonal factors such as shorter evenings reducing opportunities for such crimes. Vehicle crime, though low, saw a 100% increase, raising questions about whether this reflects a temporary anomaly or a more sustained shift. The interplay between local demographics, such as the presence of educational institutions, and broader urban dynamics in Leeds likely shapes these trends, though further analysis would be needed to confirm causal links.

September 2025 saw a 60% reduction in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 10 to 4 cases, marking a significant improvement in public safety. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 40%, rising from 10 to 14 incidents, a figure that is 139% above the UK average for this category. Burglary also increased by 12.5%, reaching 9 cases, which is 543% above the national average. Vehicle crime nearly doubled, jumping from 0 to 2 incidents—a stark anomaly in a category that typically aligns with the UK average. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors, such as the return to school and university freshers, and localized pressures that may be intensifying anti-social behaviour and property crimes. Residents may find the 60% decrease in violent crime particularly reassuring, though the persistent elevation of burglary and anti-social behaviour underscores areas requiring targeted intervention.

Calverley's crime rate in September 2025 dropped by 14.8% compared to August, reflecting a shift in local crime dynamics. The monthly exposure figure of one reported crime for every 175 residents underscores a relatively low incidence of crime in the area, particularly when compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in September, a figure that, while consistent with previous months, highlights the importance of community vigilance. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the 5,069 residents of Calverley are exposed to crime at a rate significantly lower than the national average, though specific crime categories like anti-social behaviour and burglary remain elevated. This contrast between overall safety and specific crime trends illustrates the nuanced nature of local crime patterns, where targeted issues can persist even in broadly secure environments.