Yeadon Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Yeadon, 7.3 crimes were reported in February 2025, placing the area 9% above the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of approximately 3 crimes for every 138 residents, highlighting the everyday presence of criminal activity in this built-up area within Leeds. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (41 cases, 42.7% of total), followed by shoplifting (26 cases, 27.1%) and public order offences (9 cases, 9.4%). These figures suggest a mix of residential and commercial dynamics, with shoplifting likely linked to local retail hubs and violence potentially tied to the area's nightlife or social interactions. Seasonal context indicates a pre-spring lull, yet the crime rate remains elevated compared to the UK average, possibly reflecting the area's compact urban layout and limited public space for informal socialising. The dominance of violent crime over property crime—despite a 38% lower rate of criminal damage and arson compared to the UK—suggests a unique local pattern that may be influenced by Yeadon's proximity to larger urban centres like Leeds, where transient populations and high foot traffic could contribute to interpersonal conflicts.

February 2025 saw a 29.4% drop in Yeadon's overall crime rate compared to January, with burglary falling 80% from 5 to 1 cases—a likely reflection of targeted policing efforts or seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity. However, shoplifting remains a stark outlier, with 26 incidents (2.0 per 1,000) representing 223% above the UK average, underscoring the need for continued retail security measures. Vehicle crime increased by 50%, rising from 2 to 3 cases, possibly linked to colder weather prompting more indoor parking and increased vehicle-related disputes. Anti-social behaviour and other crime categories dropped sharply, with anti-social behaviour falling 75% and 'other crime' decreasing 71.4%, potentially indicating successful community engagement initiatives or temporary disruptions in illicit networks. The contrast between violent crime (32% above UK average) and property crime (criminal damage and arson 38% below UK average) highlights a complex local dynamic, with violence likely driven by the area's social fabric and property crime influenced by Yeadon's compact layout, which may limit opportunities for large-scale burglary.

Yeadon's February 2025 crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents marks a 29.4% decline from January's 10.3 per 1,000, reflecting a significant shift in monthly exposure. Over the course of the month, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 138 residents, a figure that contextualises the risk in relatable terms for local households. Daily crime activity averaged 3 incidents per day, a rate that, while lower than January, still places Yeadon above the UK average when compared to national trends. The population context reveals that the area's 13,226 residents experience a higher concentration of violent crime than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences 32% above the national rate. This discrepancy may be attributed to Yeadon's role as a commuter suburb within Leeds, where transient populations and high-density housing could contribute to interpersonal conflicts. Conversely, categories like vehicle crime (46% below UK average) and burglary (63% below UK average) suggest that the area's compact design and effective local policing strategies mitigate certain types of crime, offering a nuanced picture of safety that balances risk and protection.