Pudsey Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Pudsey's built-up area within Leeds recorded 262 crimes in January 2025, translating to a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents. This figure, while slightly above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000 (4.2% higher), reflects a combination of local factors. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.7% of all incidents (91 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (12.2%) and shoplifting (9.5%). These patterns align with the area's urban character, where high foot traffic and proximity to retail hubs may contribute to shoplifting, while the post-holiday period likely amplifies violent incidents. The seasonal context of January—shorter days, reduced retail activity, and colder weather—may have influenced crime dynamics, with fewer outdoor crimes and a shift in focus toward indoor spaces. Burglary in Pudsey was 133% above the UK average (0.7 vs 0.3 per 1,000), a stark contrast to the 8% deficit in anti-social behaviour (0.9 vs 1.0 per 1,000). This divergence suggests that while certain categories align with national trends, others reflect local vulnerabilities, such as targeted property crimes. The data also highlights the need for tailored interventions, given the area's unique profile as a built-up part of Leeds with distinct demographic and geographic characteristics.

January 2025 saw a significant surge in theft from the person, which doubled from 0 to 2 incidents—a 100% increase. This spike, while small in absolute terms, may signal shifting criminal activity patterns during the post-holiday period. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour rose by 39.1% (23 to 32), suggesting increased incidents in public spaces, potentially linked to colder weather driving more indoor congregation. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 35.9% (39 to 25), due to reduced retail footfall during January's shorter days. Violent crimes, at 91 incidents, remained 4% above the UK average (2.6 vs 2.5 per 1,000), while burglary stood out as 133% above the national rate (0.7 vs 0.3 per 1,000). These disparities highlight the area's unique challenges compared to the UK average, particularly in property crimes. Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person most immediately relevant, as it reflects a sudden and notable shift in criminal focus.

Pudsey's crime rate in January 2025 fell by 4.4% compared to December's 7.8 per 1,000, marking a slight downward trend. This reduction aligns with the seasonal context of post-holiday periods, which often see reduced retail activity and fewer outdoor crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 8 crimes per day, a figure that, while local to Pudsey, provides a tangible snapshot of the monthly burden. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for every 135 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the impact of crime on the community. This statistic, when scaled to Pudsey's population of 35,269, underscores the need for continued vigilance and community engagement. The decline from the previous month may reflect temporary factors such as reduced foot traffic during colder weather or targeted policing efforts. The comparison to the UK average, while not a focus here, highlights that Pudsey's overall rate remains 4.2% above the national figure, a nuance that should be considered in broader analyses.