Guiseley Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Guiseley's crime rate in January 2025 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 25.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This relatively low rate is consistent with the area's character as a semi-rural built-up area within Leeds, where lower population density and limited commercial activity may contribute to subdued crime levels. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.7% of all incidents (23 cases), though this category remained 16% below the UK average. Shoplifting, however, emerged as an outlier, with 13 incidents (2.1 per 1,000) — 94% above the UK average. This stark contrast may reflect Guiseley's small retail sector, where a handful of high-footfall outlets could drive such crimes. Seasonal factors also played a role: January's post-holiday period, shorter daylight hours, and reduced retail activity typically correlate with lower overall crime, yet shoplifting defied this pattern. The balance between property and violent crime remained skewed, with property crimes (29 cases) slightly outnumbering violent offences (23 cases), though this gap narrowed compared to previous months. Localised factors, such as the area's proximity to Leeds and its mix of residential and commercial zones, likely influence these trends. While the overall rate remains reassuringly low, the sharp increase in 'other theft' and the persistent overperformance in shoplifting suggest areas for further scrutiny.

The most striking shift in January 2025 was the 200% increase in 'other theft' cases, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in anti-social behaviour and drug-related crimes, suggests a sudden uptick in non-violent property crimes. In contrast, public order offences fell by 60%, likely reflecting reduced foot traffic during January's post-holiday lull. Violent crime, however, remained 16% below the UK average at 2.1 per 1,000, indicating a relative safety in this category. Shoplifting continued to outpace the UK rate by 94%, with 1.2 per 1,000 incidents reported. This divergence from the national trend may be linked to Guiseley's retail presence. Residents should note that other theft, now the third most common crime, has more than tripled in a single month, a figure that could inform local security measures.

Guiseley's crime rate in January 2025 rose by 9.3% compared to December's 4.8 per 1,000.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This shift reflects a nuanced interplay of local dynamics, with daily crime activity averaging two incidents per day across the 31-day period. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 190 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for Guiseley's population of 11,000. While the rate is lower than the UK average, the increase from the previous month suggests a need to monitor trends, particularly in categories like other theft, which saw a 200% rise. This daily and monthly perspective offers residents a tangible sense of the scale of crime, highlighting that while the area is generally safer than the national average, localized fluctuations warrant attention.