Garforth Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 marked a 9.6% increase in Garforth's overall crime rate compared to November, rising from 5.9 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents. Despite this monthly uptick, the area remains 7.1% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, a position that reflects both local factors and broader national trends. The crime profile was dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 51% of all incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category. This was followed by criminal damage and arson (13.7%) and public order offences (8.8%), both of which exceeded national averages. The seasonal context of December, with its Christmas shopping peak, extended evenings, and holiday-related absences from homes, likely contributed to these patterns. While violent crime rates remained elevated, the sharp decline in shoplifting (88.9%) and burglary (85.7%) suggests that festive season dynamics, such as reduced foot traffic and increased home security, may have temporarily curbed property-related offences. This contrast between rising and falling categories underscores the complexity of local crime trends, which are shaped by both year-round characteristics of Garforth as a built-up area within Leeds and the specific pressures of the holiday season.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 800% increase in public order offences, rising from one to nine incidents. This surge, coupled with a 350% rise in 'other crime' and a 133% increase in criminal damage and arson, indicates a significant shift in the crime mix. Violent crimes, accounting for 51% of all incidents, remain 28% above the UK average for this category, highlighting a persistent challenge in Garforth. Conversely, shoplifting and burglary both fell sharply—by 88.9% and 85.7% respectively—likely reflecting seasonal patterns such as reduced retail activity during holidays. These fluctuations contrast with the overall 7.1% decrease in the area's crime rate compared to the UK average, underscoring the need for targeted interventions in rising categories like public order and other crimes.

Garforth's crime rate in December 2025 rose by 9.6% compared to November 2025, increasing from 5.9 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This shift reflects a localised uptick in specific crime categories. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the community experiences approximately three reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 154 residents, a statistic that highlights the scale of exposure relative to the population. This monthly exposure figure, while not directly comparable to national averages, provides a clear snapshot of how frequently residents encounter crime in their daily lives. The increase in public order offences and other crimes, coupled with a decline in shoplifting and burglary, suggests a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics that require further analysis to fully understand.