Rawdon Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

June 2024 marks a continuation of Rawdon's historically low crime profile, with a recorded rate of 5.2 crimes per 1,000 residents—36.6% below the UK average of 8.2. This built-up area within Leeds, home to approximately 6,000 residents, has maintained a consistent pattern of lower-than-average crime since at least 2022. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.9% of all reported incidents, followed by other theft (12.9%) and anti-social behaviour (9.7%). While the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks, the distribution of crime types reflects Rawdon's character as a mixed-use urban neighbourhood with a strong retail presence and limited heavy industry. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—typically correlates with increased tourism and outdoor activity in nearby areas, yet Rawdon's crime rates have not shown significant spikes during this period. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Rawdon (2.2 per 1,000) is 20% below the UK average, suggesting a possible combination of effective local policing and community engagement strategies. However, the relatively high rate of other theft (0.7 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) may indicate vulnerabilities in commercial areas or unsecured premises. As the summer season progresses, local authorities will need to monitor these trends closely to ensure sustained safety improvements.

June 2024 brought significant month-on-month changes in Rawdon's crime profile, with three categories experiencing sharp increases. Other theft surged by 300%, rising from one incident in May to four in June—a stark jump that could signal targeted activity in retail or commercial zones. Similarly, burglary and other crime both doubled from zero to three incidents, suggesting either new criminal patterns or improved reporting mechanisms. These increases contrast with notable declines in anti-social behaviour (-57.1%), public order offences (-50%), and vehicle crime (-40%), which may reflect the impact of recent community initiatives or seasonal factors. The breakdown of crime types also reveals a complex picture compared to UK averages: while violence and sexual offences remain 20% below the national rate, other theft is 21% above, and burglary is 67% above the UK average. This discrepancy highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific areas. For residents, the 300% rise in other theft serves as a clear indicator to review security measures for businesses and homes. The overall shift towards property-related crimes (39% of total incidents) compared to violent crimes (42%) also suggests a changing dynamic, though the absolute numbers remain low enough to maintain Rawdon's status as a relatively safe area within Leeds.

Rawdon's June 2024 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents represents a 22.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.7, continuing a downward trend that has persisted through 2024. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in June—a rate significantly lower than the UK average of 2.6 crimes per day. When scaled to the local population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 192 residents over the course of the month, a figure that is 36.6% below the UK average. This population-scaled perspective underscores Rawdon's status as a relatively safe built-up area within Leeds, despite its proximity to larger urban centres. The daily crime count, while low, is a useful metric for residents to contextualise their personal risk: for someone living in Rawdon, the likelihood of experiencing a crime is much lower than the national average. However, this comparison should not obscure the specific local challenges, such as the 21% increase in other theft compared to UK rates. The contrast between Rawdon's low overall rate and the spikes in certain categories highlights the importance of targeted policing and community engagement. As a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial properties, Rawdon's crime profile reflects the interplay between urban density and local initiatives, making it a unique case within the broader UK context.