Leeds City Centre recorded the highest number of anti-social behaviour incidents in 2024, with 651 reported to policeplaceholder image
Leeds City Centre recorded the highest number of anti-social behaviour incidents in 2024, with 651 reported to police | James Hardisty

The 15 worst areas of Leeds for anti-social behaviour in 2024 including Temple Newsam and Leeds Dock

The worst areas for anti-social behaviour in Leeds in 2024 have been named - and some of the inclusions may surprise you.

There are a number of crimes associated with anti-social behaviour (ASB), including those relating to fireworks, neighbours, alcohol, nuisance motorbikes or quad bikes or youth-related offences.

The latest police data, made available on Leeds Observatory, shows every ASB offence recorded in Leeds from January-December 2024 that was not later cancelled. It includes figures from West Yorkshire Police and all other forces.

There were 8,973 crimes of this nature recorded in the 12-month period, down from 9,236 in 2023.

Below are the Leeds neighbourhoods with the most recorded ASB crimes, listed in descending order. All images are for illustrative purposes and do not represent a specific incident or location.

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