Leeds Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Leeds’ crime profile in April 2025 was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38% of all reported crimes. This category alone stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, 88% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, reflecting the city’s status as a major urban centre with a complex mix of socioeconomic factors. The overall crime rate of 13.0 per 1,000 residents placed Leeds significantly above the UK average of 7.7, a gap of 68.8%. This disparity is compounded by the high prevalence of shoplifting (1.3 per 1,000, 97% above UK average) and public order offences (1.1 per 1,000, 104% above UK average), which are likely tied to the city’s dense retail and nightlife environments. Seasonal factors in April, including the Easter holiday and milder spring weather, may have contributed to increased outdoor activity and associated risks. monthly decline from March suggests some moderation in crime trends. The dominance of violent crime, however, remains a critical concern, consistent with Leeds’ history as a city with higher-than-average rates of interpersonal conflict and social challenges. This pattern is further reinforced by the 159% gap in burglary rates compared to the UK average, a reflection of the city’s urban density and the potential for property-related crimes in high-traffic areas.

April 2025 saw a marked 47.7% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 277 to 409 incidents. This surge may reflect heightened traffic during the Easter holiday period or increased vehicle-related opportunities in the city’s commercial zones. Conversely, robbery rates dropped by 27.9%, falling from 147 to 106 cases, a shift that could indicate improved community engagement or enhanced policing in high-risk areas. Violence and sexual offences, while down by 10.4% compared to March, remain 88% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a disparity that highlights the city’s persistent challenges with violent crime. Shoplifting also rose sharply, with a 97% gap between Leeds’ rate and the UK average, underscoring the impact of retail hubs in the city’s crime profile. These trends offer residents a concrete snapshot of where to focus safety measures, particularly in areas with high foot traffic and vehicle density.

Leeds' crime rate in April 2025 stood at 13.0 per 1,000 residents, a slight 2.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 13.3. This minor decline contrasts with the persistent elevation of local crime compared to the UK average, which remains 68.8% higher. Daily crime activity averaged 235 incidents per day, highlighting the continuous presence of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 77 residents, a figure that underscores the density of crime in a city with a population of over 544,000. This monthly exposure is higher than the UK average, though specific breakdowns of daily crime rates are not available nationally for comparison. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents of Leeds face a higher risk of encountering crime than the average UK resident, a pattern consistent with the city’s status as a major urban centre with diverse socioeconomic dynamics.