Guiseley Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 11,000, Guiseley recorded 66 crimes in December 2025, translating to a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 14.3% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, a notable achievement given the seasonal pressures of December. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40.9% of all reported crimes (27 cases), slightly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Property crimes followed closely, with 27 incidents split evenly between criminal damage and arson (7 cases), shoplifting (7 cases), and other theft (5 cases). The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended dark evenings, and the potential for empty homes during holidays—likely contributes to the balance between violent and property crimes. While the overall rate remains low, the equal split between violent and property crimes suggests a combination of factors, including the area's character as a built-up suburb within Leeds. The relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.4 per 1,000) may reflect community cohesion or effective local policing, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. The data also highlights a 15% UK-wide deficit in criminal damage and arson, which could be linked to the area's lower density of commercial properties compared to larger urban centres.

December 2025 saw a 300% increase in 'Other crime' (from 1 to 4 cases), a 200% rise in vehicle crime (from 1 to 3 cases), and a 100% surge in theft from the person (from 0 to 1 case). These spikes, particularly in 'Other crime' and vehicle crime, may be linked to seasonal factors such as holiday-related activity or increased vehicle movement during festive shopping. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 42.9% (from 7 to 4 cases), and public order offences decreased by 20% (from 5 to 4 cases), suggesting a possible reduction in alcohol-fuelled incidents during the month. The breakdown of crime types also reveals that Guiseley's criminal damage and arson rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 15% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect the presence of older housing stock or specific local vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains significantly below the UK average (57% lower), which might be attributed to the area's smaller scale and stronger community ties. For residents, the 100% increase in theft from the person—a crime type that typically occurs in high-traffic areas—serves as a reminder to remain vigilant during peak shopping periods.

The crime rate in Guiseley rose by 15.8% from December 2024 (5.2 per 1,000) to 6.0 per 1,000 in December 2025, a shift that, while modest, warrants attention given the area's consistent performance below the UK average. On a daily basis, Guiseley experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in December 2025, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 167 residents. This rate, while low, is slightly higher than the previous month, potentially influenced by the influx of visitors during the Christmas period or changes in local activity patterns. When contextualised against the area's population of 11,000, the crime rate remains relatively manageable, with the majority of incidents clustered in specific categories. The 1-in-167 resident statistic offers a tangible perspective for residents, illustrating that while crime is present, it does not dominate the daily lives of most Guiseley residents. This is particularly evident when comparing the area's performance to the UK average, where Guiseley's 14.3% deficit underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies or the area's inherent characteristics—such as its suburban layout and lower population density—which may inherently reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.