Guiseley Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly half of all reported crimes in Guiseley during June 2023, making this category the dominant driver of the area’s crime profile. With a total of 75 crimes recorded, the area’s crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents was 20% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This lower-than-average rate, despite the prominence of violent crime, suggests that other factors may be contributing to the area’s relatively safer standing. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast between violent and property-related offences: 36 violent crimes were reported, compared to 24 property crimes. This imbalance may reflect Guiseley’s character as a built-up area within Leeds, where social dynamics and local infrastructure could influence the types of crimes that occur. Seasonal context adds another layer to this analysis: June marks the start of summer, a time when increased foot traffic and longer daylight hours may contribute to both opportunities for crime and the visibility of enforcement efforts. While violence and sexual offences remain the most frequent category, the presence of public order and criminal damage crimes at levels above the UK average highlights the need for targeted policing strategies. These findings underscore the importance of understanding local conditions to inform effective crime prevention measures, even as Guiseley maintains its position below the national average in overall crime rates.

June 2023 saw sharp increases in shoplifting and criminal damage and arson, both tripling from previous months. Shoplifting rose by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents), while criminal damage and arson also surged by 200% (from 3 to 9). These jumps contrast with a 60% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 10 to 4 incidents. Violence and sexual offences, though still the dominant category, were 13% above the UK average (3.3 per 1,000 vs. 2.9 per 1,000). Public order offences also exceeded the UK average by 34%, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in areas where these incidents commonly occur. Residents may find the 200% rise in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it indicates a potential shift in criminal activity patterns during the summer months.

Guiseley’s crime rate in June 2023 rose slightly to 6.8 per 1,000 residents, a 5.7% increase from the previous month’s 6.5 per 1,000. This small upward trend contrasts with the area’s overall performance, which remains 20% below the UK average. On a daily basis, Guiseley experienced approximately two crimes per day in June, a figure that reflects local patterns but does not directly compare to national averages. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 147 residents, a statistic that provides context for residents considering their personal risk. This monthly exposure rate, while low compared to UK-wide averages, highlights the importance of local factors in shaping crime trends. The population of 11,000 means that individual risk is distributed across a relatively small community, where changes in crime types or locations can have noticeable impacts on daily life.