Crime Rate in Leek West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Leek West

The total recorded crimes in Leek West, Staffordshire Moorlands, UK in July 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Leek West crime rate of 3.33 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 Leek West, encompassing approximately 4,800 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-60.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Leek West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Westwood Heath Road with total crimes: 4
  • Lorien Close with total crimes: 2
  • Fernwood Croft with total crimes: 2

How safe is Leek West?

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

  • Relative to Staffordshire Moorlands:

    • In 2024, Leek West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Staffordshire Moorlands average, with 197 crimes compared to 273.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Leek West recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 26 other areas in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

    • In 2023, Leek West had fewer crimes than the Staffordshire Moorlands average, with 215 crimes compared to 242. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Leek West witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 26 other areas in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Staffordshire Moorlands, Leek West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Leek West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Leek West has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 3.33 ranking 19th out of 26 in the Staffordshire Moorlands, UK

In 2024, the total Leek West crimes were 197. The crime rate of Leek West in 2024 was 41.04 (year) or 3.42 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

In 2023, the total crimes in Leek West were around 215 crimes with yearly crime rate of 44.79 (year) or 3.73 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Leek West)CrimesRank (Leek West)CrimesRank (Leek West)
Biddulph East53 4614 3568 1
Leek North41 5683 1473 4
Leek South72 1520 4490 3
Leek East61 2642 2524 2
Caverswall54 3492 6384 7
Biddulph West38 7508 5431 5
Cheadle West33 9396 7403 6
Dane39 6363 8249 10
Forsbrook35 8299 9334 8
Cheadle South East32 10272 10256 9
Cheadle North East24 12230 12228 11
Checkley17 17261 11199 14
Cellarhead24 11216 13118 22
Hamps Valley12 22210 14222 12
Brown Edge and Endon23 13199 15169 16
Biddulph North19 14168 17150 18
Cheddleton19 15152 19190 15
Werrington17 16108 2399 24
Biddulph South15 20127 21156 17
Horton6 24153 18150 19
Churnet17 18119 22100 23
Alton15 21138 20133 20
Bagnall and Stanley9 23106 24130 21
Biddulph Moor6 2552 2669 25
Ipstones4 2788 2549 26
Manifold5 2648 2744 27

Leek West 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 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 90 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202520
May 20258
April 20256
March 20256
February 20255
January 20256
December 20245
November 20247
October 20249
September 20242
August 20248

A total of 25 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20242
October 20242
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251
February 20252
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 14 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
September 20242

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
February 20251
August 20242

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 3 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
August 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Leek West in July 2025

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

1. Westwood Heath Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
2. Lorien Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
3. Fernwood Croft (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Westwood Park Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Warrington Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Nab Hill Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Westwood Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Byrom Street (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Barracks Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1

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