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.
7. Chapel Allerton South & Chapeltown - 721
Chapel Allerton South & Chapeltown saw 721 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026.
8. Harehills South - 696
Harehills South saw 696 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Yorkshire Post
9. East End Park & Richmond Hill - 681
East End Park & Richmond Hill saw 681 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026. | Google
10. Farnley East - 669
Farnley East saw 669 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026.
11. Bramley South & Upper Armley - 647
Bramley South & Upper Armley saw 647 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026.
12. Middleton Park Avenue - 641
Middleton Park Avenue saw 641 offences reported between April 2025 and March 2026.