Gildersome Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Gildersome’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, marking an 11% increase above the UK average of 8.2. This deviation from national trends underscores the area’s unique challenges as a built-up district within Leeds. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (35.1% of total crimes), followed by shoplifting (22.8%) and vehicle crime (12.3%). These figures align with patterns typical of urban centres, where retail activity and public spaces create environments conducive to property-related crimes. The seasonal context of June—a time when summer begins and daylight hours increase—may partly explain the rise in shoplifting, as extended evenings and tourist activity could contribute to higher foot traffic in commercial areas. However, the significant gap between Gildersome’s shoplifting rate (2.1 per 1,000) and the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) suggests a more pronounced issue in this specific area. This discrepancy may be attributed to the proximity of Gildersome to Leeds’ broader retail and transport networks, which could attract opportunistic offenders. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage were below the UK average, indicating some areas of relative safety. The overall crime profile highlights a need for targeted interventions in retail zones and public spaces, where the combination of high pedestrian traffic and summer activity may amplify vulnerabilities. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high concentrations of shops and public transport hubs, where shoplifting and vehicle crime are most likely to occur.

June 2024 saw a dramatic 160% increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 5 to 13. This sharp jump may be linked to the start of summer, when retail foot traffic and tourism activity typically rise in built-up areas. Other crime and theft from the person both doubled from zero to one incident, suggesting potential gaps in local awareness or enforcement around these categories. Meanwhile, bicycle theft dropped 66.7%, and other theft fell by 42.9%, possibly reflecting seasonal shifts in outdoor activity or targeted policing efforts. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast: violence and sexual offences (35.1% of total crimes) and property crimes (57.9% of total) dominate, with property crimes significantly above the UK average. This imbalance may indicate that Gildersome’s proximity to Leeds’ commercial hubs contributes to higher shoplifting and vehicle crime rates. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with high retail presence, where shoplifting spikes could signal opportunities for offenders.

The crime rate in Gildersome for June 2024 remained stable compared to May, with a 1.8% increase from 8.9 to 9.1 per 1,000 residents. While this shift is minimal, the daily crime count—approximately 2 crimes per day—remains a consistent local figure, reflecting the area’s ongoing exposure to criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 110 residents, a metric that underscores the frequency of incidents in a population of 6,265. This monthly exposure is slightly higher than the UK average, though direct comparisons are not available for daily or monthly aggregates. The population context highlights that even small changes in crime rates can have measurable impacts on community safety, particularly in a built-up area within Leeds where density may amplify both the visibility and the consequences of crime. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the sharp increases in specific categories, such as shoplifting, which may reflect localized pressures unrelated to broader trends.