The 15 worst Leeds areas for anti social behaviour named by police figures including Pudsey, Temple Newsam and Middleton

The worst areas in Leeds for anti-social behaviour have been outlined in recently released police figures.

There are a number of crimes associated with anti-social behaviour (ASB), including those relating to fireworks, neighbours, West Yorkshire Police has dedicated anti-social behaviour teams in Leeds, made up of police, local authorities and partners. These teams deal with the more serious and recurring problems, helping to support the work of local officers.

The latest police data, made available on Leeds Observatory, shows every ASB offence recorded in Leeds from November 2023 and October 2024 that was not later cancelled.

There were 8,900 crimes of this nature recorded across the city during the 12 month period, down from 9,126 during the same period last year.

These 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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