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 2023 that was not later cancelled. There were 9,236 crimes of this nature recorded across the city during the 12 month period, down from 9,880 the previous 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.
7. Rothwell
Rothwell recorded 158 anti-social behaviour offences between May 2023 and April 2024 | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
8. Armley and New Wortley
Armley and New Wortley recorded 156 anti-social behaviour offences between May 2023 and April 2024 | Bruce Rollinson
9. Beeston Hill
Beeston Hill recorded 140 anti-social behaviour offences between May 2023 and April 2024 | National World Photo: National World
10. East Ardsley
East Ardsley recorded 140 anti-social behaviour offences between May 2023 and April 2024 | Yorkshire Post Newspapers Photo: Tony Johnson
11. Halton, Whitkirk
There were 137 ASB crimes recorded in the Halton and Whitkirk area | Google Photo: Google
12. Carlton, Robin Hood N, Rothwell Haigh, Royds Lane
In Carlton, Robin Hood N, Rothwell Haigh and Royds Lane there were 137 ASB incidents reported to police | Google