Guiseley Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Guiseley’s crime profile in June 2025, accounting for 40.6% of all reported crimes. This category, which includes assault, harassment, and sexual misconduct, remains the largest single contributor to the area’s overall crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents. While this rate is 22.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, the local pattern diverges significantly from national trends, with property crimes and violent offences split almost evenly (28 each). The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—may likely contribute to patterns seen in the data, though the lower-than-average rate for violence is notable given the typically higher activity in outdoor spaces during this period. Shoplifting, which constitutes 14.5% of crimes, is 43% above the UK average, suggesting a particular vulnerability in retail environments. Anti-social behaviour, however, is 58% below the UK average, potentially reflecting community engagement or local enforcement efforts. The balance between property and violent crimes contrasts with many UK areas, where property crime often dominates. Guiseley’s crime picture thus reflects a unique interplay of local characteristics, including its status as a built-up area within Leeds, where urban density and community policing may influence reporting rates and prevention strategies.

June 2025 saw a 44% reduction in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 50 to 28 cases—a shift that may partly explain the area’s overall 31% decrease in crime rate compared to May. This decline contrasts with sharp increases in other categories: 'other crime' surged by 200% (from 1 to 3 cases), while bicycle theft and robbery each doubled from zero to one case. Shoplifting, meanwhile, fell by 50% (from 20 to 10), linked to seasonal factors or targeted interventions. The category of 'other crime'—which includes unclassified or low-frequency offences—now accounts for 4.4% of total crimes, an 87% jump above the UK average, though the limited data available makes it difficult to pinpoint exact causes. The local rate for burglary (0.5 per 1,000) is 79% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), indicating a specific challenge in residential security. Residents might find the 50% drop in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it suggests a potential success in retail crime prevention measures, though the increase in 'other crime' raises questions about underreporting or evolving criminal tactics.

Guiseley’s crime rate in June 2025 (6.3 per 1,000 residents) marks a 31% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.1 per 1,000, reflecting a significant downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day over the month—a figure that, while modest, highlights the persistent nature of local crime. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 159 residents provides context for residents: over the course of June, the likelihood of experiencing a reported crime was relatively low compared to the UK average. This contrasts with the UK’s overall average of 8.1 per 1,000, where the density of urban centres and larger populations may drive higher rates. Guiseley’s position as a built-up area within Leeds, rather than a standalone town, likely influences these figures, with local policing strategies and community engagement playing a role in the 31% month-on-month decline. However, the 79% disparity in burglary rates compared to the UK average suggests that specific vulnerabilities—such as older housing stock or limited surveillance—remain areas for targeted action.