Crime Rate in Burmantofts & Richmond Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Burmantofts & Richmond Hill

The total recorded crimes in Burmantofts & Richmond Hill, Leeds, UK in July 2025 are around 493 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Burmantofts & Richmond Hill crime rate of 3.08 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Burmantofts & Richmond Hill, encompassing approximately 159,842 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (244) incidents (2.95% increase)
  • Public order: (42) incidents (10.53% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (36) incidents (28.57% increase)
Burmantofts & Richmond Hill Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Temple View Grove with total crimes: 27
  • Hospital with total crimes: 25
  • Chapman Street with total crimes: 21

How safe is Burmantofts & Richmond Hill?

To understand the safety of Burmantofts & Richmond Hill, we need to analyze Burmantofts & Richmond Hill crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Leeds:

    • In 2024, Burmantofts & Richmond Hill reported a higher crime volume than the Leeds average, with 5,146 crimes compared to 4,001. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Burmantofts & Richmond Hill witnessed more crimes than 25 out of 32 other areas in the Leeds.

    • In 2023, Burmantofts & Richmond Hill experienced a greater number of crimes than the Leeds average, with 5,311 crimes compared to 3,906. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Burmantofts & Richmond Hill witnessed more crimes than 26 out of 32 other areas in the Leeds.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Leeds, Burmantofts & Richmond Hill has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Burmantofts & Richmond Hill Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Burmantofts & Richmond Hill has recorded 493 crimes with crime rate of 3.08 ranking 4th out of 32 in the Leeds, UK

In 2024, the total Burmantofts & Richmond Hill crimes were 5,146. The crime rate of Burmantofts & Richmond Hill in 2024 was 32.19 (year) or 2.68 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Leeds.

In 2023, the total crimes in Burmantofts & Richmond Hill were around 5,311 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.23 (year) or 2.77 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Leeds.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Burmantofts & Richmond Hill)CrimesRank (Burmantofts & Richmond Hill)CrimesRank (Burmantofts & Richmond Hill)
Little London & Woodhouse1,467 117,639 116,684 1
Hunslet & Riverside1,253 214,539 214,311 2
Gipton & Harehills628 37,048 37,396 3
Killingbeck & Seacroft485 56,628 46,630 4
Armley483 65,435 55,618 5
Beeston & Holbeck415 85,137 95,324 6
Kirkstall352 105,409 64,391 10
Middleton Park431 75,380 75,218 8
Farnley & Wortley389 94,436 104,489 9
Bramley & Stanningley342 114,061 114,144 11
Temple Newsam209 193,504 143,425 12
Headingley & Hyde Park242 163,623 123,182 16
Pudsey310 123,544 133,406 13
Morley South276 133,133 163,304 14
Chapel Allerton250 142,863 183,103 17
Cross Gates & Whinmoor234 173,272 153,240 15
Morley North249 153,018 173,053 18
Roundhay221 182,145 212,217 20
Rothwell209 202,300 192,400 19
Calverley & Farsley197 222,287 202,095 23
Ardsley & Robin Hood164 251,987 262,157 21
Adel & Wharfedale200 212,001 251,715 27
Weetwood189 232,131 222,112 22
Otley & Yeadon178 242,092 231,824 25
Alwoodley151 271,983 272,022 24
Guiseley & Rawdon149 292,076 241,769 26
Moortown156 261,599 311,434 31
Kippax & Methley133 311,696 301,685 28
Horsforth149 281,957 281,440 30
Wetherby144 301,851 291,616 29
Garforth & Swillington105 321,339 321,302 32
Harewood66 33768 33886 33

Burmantofts & Richmond Hill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 244 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 42 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (237 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (208 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (55 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (163 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (36 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (216 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (48 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 139 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 55 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (170 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (29 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 170 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (188 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (31 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (190 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (33 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (176 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (47 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (167 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (41 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 2268 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 189.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 244 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025244
June 2025237
May 2025208
April 2025163
March 2025216
February 2025139
January 2025170
December 2024170
November 2024188
October 2024190
September 2024176
August 2024167

A total of 129 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202511
May 202511
April 202511
March 202515
February 202512
January 202510
December 202413
November 202411
October 20245
September 20248
August 20247

A total of 284 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202536
June 202528
May 202525
April 202529
March 202528
February 202511
January 202511
December 202410
November 202420
October 202432
September 202430
August 202424

A total of 24 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20252
April 20253
March 20256
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 69 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20257
April 20259
March 20253
February 20257
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 202413
September 20243
August 20248

A total of 257 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.42 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202523
June 202519
May 202525
April 202514
March 202515
February 202524
January 202519
December 202422
November 202429
October 202431
September 202428
August 20248

A total of 410 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 34.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202542
June 202538
May 202534
April 202526
March 202537
February 202534
January 202529
December 202428
November 202429
October 202433
September 202439
August 202441

A total of 275 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 47 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202520
May 202519
April 202518
March 202511
February 202512
January 202521
December 202426
November 202431
October 202425
September 202447
August 202433

A total of 362 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202536
June 202532
May 202533
April 202533
March 202531
February 202530
January 202528
December 202425
November 202426
October 202421
September 202426
August 202441

A total of 138 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20257
May 202515
April 202510
March 202514
February 202514
January 202515
December 20248
November 202410
October 202411
September 202411
August 202410

A total of 302 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 202517
May 202531
April 202529
March 202524
February 202528
January 202524
December 202418
November 202430
October 202428
September 202421
August 202428

A total of 309 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 55 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202535
May 202555
April 202536
March 202548
February 202555
January 202522
December 20249
November 20246
October 20245
September 20247
August 20243

A total of 84 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20258
May 202512
April 20258
March 20257
February 202513
January 20258
December 20245
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20246

A total of 42 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20252
April 20253
March 20256
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
September 20245
August 20247

High Crime Locations Burmantofts & Richmond Hill in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Burmantofts & Richmond Hill postcode area is presented below.

1. Temple View Grove (Map)
Total27
Shoplifting21
Robbery2
Burglary1
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Hospital (Map)
Total25
Violence and sexual offences16
Public order3
Theft from the person3
Burglary1
Other crime1
Shoplifting1
3. Chapman Street (Map)
Total21
Violence and sexual offences15
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order1
Theft from the person1
4. Back Bellbrooke Terrace (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences10
Other theft2
Drugs1
5. William Hey Court (Map)
Total12
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
6. Brown Hill Avenue (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Drugs1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
7. Compton Crescent (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Public order2
Drugs1
8. Compton Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
9. Cross Osmondthorpe Lane (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hospital (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order3

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