Crime Rate in Rothwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rothwell

The total recorded crimes in Rothwell, Leeds, UK in May 2025 are around 223 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rothwell crime rate of 6.56 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 Rothwell, encompassing approximately 34,013 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (80) incidents (-5.88% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (43) incidents (22.86% increase)
  • Public order: (23) incidents (130.00% increase)
Rothwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ingram Parade with total crimes: 10
  • Fifth Avenue with total crimes: 8
  • Royds Lane with total crimes: 8

How safe is Rothwell?

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

  • Relative to Leeds:

    • In 2024, Rothwell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Leeds average, with 2300 crimes compared to 4001.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rothwell recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 32 other areas in the Leeds.

    • In 2023, Rothwell had fewer crimes than the Leeds average, with 2,400 crimes compared to 3,906. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rothwell recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 32 other areas in the Leeds.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Leeds, Rothwell has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Rothwell Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Rothwell has recorded 223 crimes with crime rate of 6.56 ranking 18th out of 32 in the Leeds, UK

In 2024, the total Rothwell crimes were 2,300. The crime rate of Rothwell in 2024 was 67.62 (year) or 5.64 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Leeds.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rothwell were around 2,400 crimes with yearly crime rate of 70.56 (year) or 5.88 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Leeds.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rothwell)CrimesRank (Rothwell)CrimesRank (Rothwell)
Little London & Woodhouse1,295 117,639 116,684 1
Hunslet & Riverside1,112 214,539 214,311 2
Gipton & Harehills552 37,048 37,396 3
Killingbeck & Seacroft489 46,628 46,630 4
Armley429 75,435 55,618 5
Burmantofts & Richmond Hill479 55,146 85,311 7
Beeston & Holbeck477 65,137 95,324 6
Kirkstall335 115,409 64,391 10
Middleton Park375 95,380 75,218 8
Farnley & Wortley390 84,436 104,489 9
Temple Newsam368 103,504 143,425 12
Bramley & Stanningley304 124,061 114,144 11
Headingley & Hyde Park266 143,623 123,182 16
Pudsey298 133,544 133,406 13
Morley South242 173,133 163,304 14
Cross Gates & Whinmoor250 153,272 153,240 15
Chapel Allerton250 162,863 183,103 17
Morley North212 193,018 173,053 18
Roundhay188 202,145 212,217 20
Calverley & Farsley158 252,287 202,095 23
Ardsley & Robin Hood143 301,987 262,157 21
Otley & Yeadon170 212,092 231,824 25
Weetwood149 282,131 222,112 22
Horsforth163 221,957 281,440 30
Guiseley & Rawdon163 232,076 241,769 26
Alwoodley149 261,983 272,022 24
Adel & Wharfedale158 242,001 251,715 27
Wetherby149 271,851 291,616 29
Kippax & Methley144 291,696 301,685 28
Moortown116 311,599 311,434 31
Garforth & Swillington107 321,339 321,302 32
Harewood71 33768 33886 33

Rothwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (80 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (43 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (85 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (35 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (73 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 83 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (67 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 77 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (67 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (71 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (73 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (33 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 59 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 128 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 20259
March 202511
February 202515
January 20257
December 202411
November 20244
October 202421
September 20247
August 202414
July 202416

A total of 106 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.64 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 202510
March 20257
February 20255
January 202513
December 202412
November 202410
October 202413
September 20248
August 20248
July 20249

A total of 146 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.27 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202522
April 202511
March 202513
February 202514
January 20259
December 20249
November 20249
October 202410
September 202413
August 202417
July 202419

A total of 189 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.18 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202523
April 202510
March 202515
February 202528
January 202510
December 202414
November 202419
October 202420
September 202419
August 202410
July 202421

A total of 69 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.27 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20258
March 20256
February 20255
January 20256
December 20247
November 20245
October 20244
September 20248
August 20244
July 20246

A total of 30 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20255
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20249
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 797 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 72.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 85 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202580
April 202585
March 202573
February 202583
January 202567
December 202477
November 202462
October 202467
September 202471
August 202473
July 202459

A total of 299 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 27.18 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202543
April 202535
March 202530
February 202519
January 202515
December 202426
November 202422
October 202421
September 202418
August 202433
July 202437

A total of 129 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.73 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202523
March 202514
February 202512
January 20256
December 20245
November 20247
October 20249
September 20249
August 202419
July 202413

A total of 77 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20256
March 20258
February 202514
January 20252
December 20244
November 20248
October 202410
September 20244
August 20247
July 20249

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241
July 20241

A total of 16 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242

A total of 12 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
November 20242
September 20243
August 20241
July 20244

High Crime Locations Rothwell in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Rothwell postcode area is presented below.

1. Ingram Parade (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
2. Fifth Avenue (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour7
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Royds Lane (Map)
Total8
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
4. Ashton Crescent (Map)
Total7
Public order3
Burglary2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Temple Green (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
Theft from the person1
6. Rose Grove (Map)
Total6
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Castle Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft1
Public order1
9. Park Lane (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Seventh Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences1

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