Yeadon Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Yeadon’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 10.3 per 1,000 residents, 45.1% above the UK average of 7.1. This marked departure from national trends underscores a combination of local factors, with violent crimes and property offences dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.8% of all reported incidents, a figure that is 51% above the UK average for this category. Shoplifting emerged as the second most common crime, contributing 19.9% of the total and 223% above the UK average. This stark contrast with the national picture may be linked to Yeadon’s position within Leeds, where retail hubs and high streets could drive such activity. Seasonal context also plays a role: January, as a post-holiday month, often sees reduced retail footfall and shorter days, which may partly explain the lower prevalence of outdoor crimes. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting and robbery suggests that other factors—such as local economic pressures or changes in policing focus—could be at play. The overall increase in property crimes, including a 33% rise in burglary, highlights the need for community awareness and targeted interventions. While the UK average for other theft is 0.5 per 1,000, Yeadon’s rate of 1.1 per 1,000 indicates a significant local challenge that warrants attention. These trends reflect a broader pattern of rising property-related incidents, which may be consistent with the area’s built-up character and proximity to larger urban centres. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high retail activity, as the data illustrates a clear divergence from national norms.

January 2025 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+145.5%) and robbery (+200%), with shoplifting incidents rising from 11 to 27 and robberies jumping from 1 to 3. These spikes were accompanied by a 33% increase in burglary, which may partly explain the overall rise in property crimes. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 66.7% (from 6 to 2), and drug-related offences dropped by 50%, suggesting targeted reductions in specific areas. Violent crime, at 50 incidents (36.8% of total), remained 51% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The 223% surge in shoplifting compared to the UK average highlights a significant local challenge, potentially linked to retail activity patterns in the area. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in high-footfall zones, as these trends indicate heightened risks in certain categories.

Yeadon's crime rate in January 2025 rose to 10.3 per 1,000 residents, a 17.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.8. This marks a notable shift in local crime dynamics, with daily crime activity averaging four incidents per day over the 31-day period. When scaled to the area’s population of 13,226, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 97 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is a local monthly aggregate and not comparable to UK-wide statistics, it underscores the frequency of incidents relative to the community’s size. The rise in violent crimes and property offences contrasts with declines in vehicle crime and drug-related incidents, suggesting shifting patterns in criminal activity. These changes may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced retail footfall post-holiday, or localized pressures affecting different crime categories.