Guiseley Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Guiseley’s crime rate for October 2025 stood at 5.3 per 1,000, a figure 31.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance reflects a combination of local characteristics and seasonal dynamics. The area’s built-up nature within Leeds, likely shaped by its commuter-oriented infrastructure and suburban layout, may contribute to its relatively low crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 39.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.5%) and public order offences (8.6%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and disorder, though both categories remain significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the clocks going back, and the proximity of Halloween—may have influenced patterns of criminal activity. For instance, the decline in shoplifting (60% drop from September) could be tied to reduced pedestrian activity during shorter daylight hours. However, the month also saw a 100% increase in drug-related offences, a trend that may be linked to shifting enforcement priorities or changes in local drug markets. While the overall rate remains low, the rise in drug-related crimes highlights an emerging challenge for local authorities. Residents are advised to remain cautious, particularly in areas where such activity has increased, and to engage with community resources to address these trends. The data also underscores the importance of maintaining existing crime prevention measures, such as lighting in public spaces and community policing initiatives, to sustain Guiseley’s current safety profile.

October 2025 saw notable spikes in drug-related offences and other thefts, with both categories doubling compared to September. This surge, though small in absolute terms, signals a shift in criminal activity that warrants attention. The 100% increase in drug-related crimes—from zero to one incident—may reflect changes in local drug markets or heightened enforcement efforts. Concurrently, other thefts rose from zero to three, suggesting either increased opportunities or reporting. Conversely, shoplifting and burglary both declined significantly, with shoplifting falling by 60% (from 10 to 4) and burglary by 50% (from 6 to 3). These decreases could be linked to seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings reducing foot traffic in retail areas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 39.7% of all incidents, though they remained 21% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also showed marked declines, with anti-social behaviour falling 37.5% and public order offences dropping 37.5% from September. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas where drug-related activity has increased, and consider community initiatives to address emerging trends.

Guiseley's crime rate in October 2025 fell by 10.8% compared to September, reflecting a continued decline in reported incidents. This reduction aligns with the area’s overall trend of maintaining a crime rate significantly below the UK average. With 58 crimes recorded over 31 days, the daily crime count averaged two incidents per day—a figure that, while consistent with previous months, underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in this built-up area. Over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for every 190 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the area’s safety profile compared to national benchmarks. This statistic, when contextualised against Guiseley’s population of 11,000, illustrates that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a monthly basis. The shift in crime patterns may partly explain the decrease in shoplifting and burglary, which could be influenced by seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and the absence of major holidays in October. However, the rise in drug-related offences and other thefts introduces new considerations for local authorities and residents.