West Yorkshire Police, in conjunction with Leeds Observatory, have provided the latest 12-month analysis of crimes in Leeds, with our focus this week on the areas that have reported the most violence and sexual offences.
Between April 2025 and March 2026, there were a total of 36,128 offences reported, according to the most recent figures.
To provide a clearer picture of localised trends, we have compiled the 15 individual neighbourhoods and wards where the largest number of these crimes were registered.
All images are for illustrative purposes only and not based on the exact locations of those violence and sexual offences being reported.
1. Leeds city centre - 3,428
Leeds city centre saw 3,428 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026.
2. Armley & New Wortley - 1,121
Armley & New Wortley saw 1,121 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Google
3. Lincoln Green & St James - 1,037
Lincoln Green & St James saw 1,037 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | National World
4. Beeston West & Cottingley - 772
Beeston West & Cottingley saw 772 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Google
5. Burmantofts - 760
Burmantofts saw 760 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Google
6. Cross Flats Park & Garnets - 733
Cross Flats Park & Garnets saw 733 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026.