Leeds Observatory have provided the latest 12-month analysis of crimes in Leeds, with the focus this week on the areas that have reported the most drug-related offences.
Between April 2025 and March 2026, there were a total of 3,553 offences reported, according to figures from West Yorkshire Police and Leeds Observatory.
We’ve pulled the 15 areas of the city where most of the offences have been reported.
All images are for illustrative purposes only and not based on the exact locations of those drug-related offences being reported.
1. Leeds city centre - 689
Leeds city centre saw 689 drug-related offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Canva/Getty Images
2. Beeston West & Cottingley - 233
Beeston West & Cottingley saw 233 drug-related offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Google
3. Armley & New Wortley - 93
Armley & New Wortley saw 93 drug-related offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Google
4. Harehills South - 90
Harehills South saw 90 drug-related offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Bruce Rollinson
5. Lincoln Green & St James - 86
Lincoln Green & St James saw 86 drug-related offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Google
6. Cross Flats Park & Garnets - 85
Cross Flats Park & Garnets saw 85 drug-related offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026.