Rothwell (Leeds) Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rothwell (Leeds) recorded a crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents in September 2025, placing it 1.4% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. The area’s crime profile was dominated by violent crimes, which accounted for 46.9% of all reported incidents—far exceeding the national average. This concentration of violence and sexual offences likely reflects Rothwell’s role as a densely populated urban enclave within Leeds, where social interactions and nightlife activities may contribute to higher rates of such incidents. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed, each representing over 10% of total crimes. Seasonal factors appear to influence these patterns: with September marking the start of academic terms at nearby universities, the influx of students may have intensified local tensions, though this hypothesis remains unconfirmed by direct data. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, whereas Rothwell’s rate of 3.5 per 1,000 suggests a 36% disparity that warrants attention. Public order crimes also rose significantly, with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000—30% above the UK average—linked to increased youth presence in public spaces. Burglary, at 0.5 per 1,000, was 79% above the national average, a figure that may be explained by Rothwell’s built-up nature and the concentration of residential properties in close proximity. However, shoplifting and other theft-related crimes showed mixed trends, with shoplifting rising sharply while other theft categories fell. This divergence suggests that seasonal and situational factors may be driving different crime types in distinct ways.

September 2025 saw a stark shift in Rothwell’s crime profile, with shoplifting incidents doubling to 10—a 100% increase from August—despite the area not being a major retail hub. This unexpected rise may be linked to seasonal transitions, as freshers’ week at nearby universities could have increased foot traffic in local shops. Simultaneously, theft from the person and bicycle theft both jumped from zero to one incident, an unusual spike that suggests either targeted opportunism or changes in policing visibility. Violent crime remained elevated, with a rate of 3.5 per 1,000—36% above the UK average—though anti-social behaviour fell 15% below the national average, due to increased community engagement during the academic term. The decrease in drug-related crimes by two-thirds may reflect seasonal trends, as illicit activity often declines with the return of students to structured environments.

Rothwell's crime rate in September 2025 fell by 16.6% compared to the previous month, declining from 9.0 to 7.5 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with typical September patterns in urban areas, where back-to-school routines and shorter evenings may contribute to lower public order incidents. Locally, the daily crime count averaged five reported incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in Rothwell’s built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents, a rate that reflects the area’s population density and service provision. When scaled against Leeds’ broader context, Rothwell’s crime rate remains within the city’s expected range for a mixed-use neighbourhood, though its violent crime profile stands out compared to other parts of the city. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while crime is present, it does not overwhelm the area’s capacity for community policing and local interventions.