Rawdon Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Rawdon's July 2023 crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents stands 41% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, illustrating a safer environment compared to national trends. This built-up area within Leeds experiences a distinct crime profile shaped by its urban character and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences (6 cases, 20.7% of total) remain the most prevalent category, though their rate is 64% below the UK average. Public order offences (5 cases, 17.2%) and other theft (4 cases, 13.8%) follow, with the latter showing a 6% deviation above the national benchmark. The summer months in Rawdon typically see heightened outdoor activity, consistent with the 4.9 per 1,000 rate reflecting patterns during peak tourism and festival seasons. While violent crime rates have decreased from 16 cases in June to 6 in July, the sharp rise in public order offences aligns with the area's character as a mixed-use neighbourhood with retail and community spaces that may attract transient populations during summer. The relatively low burglary rate (3 cases, 10.3%) contrasts with the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement strategies in place. This data illustrates a community managing crime challenges through targeted interventions, though the seasonal surge in public order offences indicates areas for further attention.

July 2023 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences rising 400% from 1 to 5 cases month-on-month, potentially linked to increased foot traffic during summer festivals. Vehicle crime also spiked 300%, from 1 to 4 cases, possibly reflecting greater car usage or parking in open areas during warmer weather. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell sharply by 62.5%, from 16 to 6 cases, which may correlate with schools being out and reduced daytime population density. Rawdon's public order rate (0.8 per 1,000) is 29% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), highlighting a localised challenge in managing disruptive behaviour during peak summer events. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour cases dropped 50% from 6 to 3, a trend that could be attributed to increased community oversight during festivals. The 4.9 per 1,000 overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, but the 46% above UK average for vehicle crime suggests targeted efforts are needed in this category. Residents may find the 1-in-206 monthly exposure figure useful for context, though the 400% increase in public order offences indicates areas requiring closer monitoring.

Rawdon's July 2023 crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents represents a 6.5% decrease from June's 5.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend in local crime. This places the area firmly in the safer half of the UK distribution, with the 41% gap from the national average suggesting effective community policing or environmental factors. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day in July, a figure that would be of particular interest to residents concerned about personal safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 206 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when scaled to population size. This statistic is particularly meaningful for families considering relocation or for local businesses assessing risk. While the overall rate is low, the 29% above UK average for public order offences indicates a specific challenge that may require tailored strategies, given the area's summer event calendar. The 6.5% monthly decline contrasts with the 400% increase in public order offences, illustrating the combination of broader trends and specific incidents. These figures, when considered alongside the area's built-up nature within Leeds, suggest that Rawdon's crime profile is shaped by both its urban context and seasonal dynamics.