What is the crime rate in weetwood, leeds?

As of March 2026, the weetwood ward has an annual crime rate of 80.86 per 1,000 residents with 189 total recorded incidents in the latest reporting period. This figure is sourced from Police.uk open data and normalised using ONS Census 2021 population estimates for the ward boundary area.

What is the most common crime in the weetwood ward?

The most common crime in weetwood is Violence & Sexual Offences with 87 incidents in March 2026, accounting for 46.0% of all crime in the ward. This data is sourced from Police.uk open data and covers all crimes recorded by the local police force within the weetwood ward boundary.

WD22 Intelligence Updated March 2026Source: West Yorkshire Police Police

Crime in weetwood, leeds

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Total Crimes

189

trending_up +41.0% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

80.86per 1k

trending_up +2.2% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

21,877

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences87

Anti-social Behaviour19

Vehicle Crime17

Public Order11

Burglary11

Shoplifting9

Criminal Damage & Arson9

Other Theft7

Other Crime7

Drug Offences7

Robbery2

Theft from Person2

Weapons Possession1

Incident Distribution

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Eaton Hill Map	Violence and sexual offences: 10	10
On or near Shopping Area Map	Shoplifting: 4Public order: 3	7
On or near Spen Road Map	Violence and sexual offences: 6	6
On or near Bedford Garth Map	Violence and sexual offences: 4	4
On or near Victeria Terrace Map	Anti-social behaviour: 3Robbery: 1	4
On or near Weetwood Park Drive Map	Other theft: 3	3
On or near Wells Croft Map	Vehicle crime: 3	3
On or near Iveson Drive Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3	3
On or near Seton Close Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3	3
On or near Weetwood Grange Grove Map	Criminal damage and arson: 2	2

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Headingley & Hyde Park / Little London & Woodhouse / Weetwood Ward Areas

Promote Road Safety Through Proactive Speed Enforcement
Maintain a Consistent Police Presence Along the Otley Run to Deter Alcohol‑Related ASB and Enforce PSPO Conditions
Work in Partnership With Retail Premises to address Shoplifting and Associated Offending

Issued: 1 Mar 2026

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Promote Road Safety Through Proactive Speed Enforcement

To improve community safety and reduce the likelihood of road collisions, dedicated high‑visibility speed checks will be conducted at identified risk locations. These deployments will focus on areas with a history of speeding concerns, community complaints, or increased vehicle flow during peak times. The aim is to create a sustained improvement in compliance with speed limits, contributing to safer roads for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.
Maintain a Consistent Police Presence Along the Otley Run to Deter Alcohol‑Related ASB and Enforce PSPO Conditions

A visible and consistent policing presence will be maintained along the Otley Run to manage alcohol‑related anti‑social behaviour and uphold public order. Officers will patrol licensed premises, key hotspots, and transitional routes used by groups engaging in the pub crawl.

These patrols will focus on early engagement and problem prevention, monitoring intoxication levels, challenging unacceptable behaviour, and utilising enforcement powers when necessary. This includes issuing warnings, seizing alcohol under relevant legislation, and taking appropriate action for PSPO breaches. Working collaboratively with licensees, door staff, and street marshals will help ensure a coordinated approach to managing large groups and minimising disorder. The overarching goal is to enhance public safety, reduce demand on emergency services, and support local residents and businesses affected by alcohol‑related nuisance.
Work in Partnership With Retail Premises to address Shoplifting and Associated Offending

A targeted approach will be taken to reduce shoplifting on Oatland Lane through close collaboration with local retailers. Officers will conduct regular visits to stores to build rapport with staff, improve intelligence‑sharing, and strengthen the flow of evidence needed to identify and prosecute repeat offenders.

The focus is not only on enforcement but also on problem‑solving, working with partners such as housing, support services, or offender management units when appropriate. The intention is to create a safer retail environment, reduce financial loss to businesses, and disrupt criminal behaviour in the area.

Actioned: 23 Mar 2026

Horsforth / Adel & Wharfedale / Otley / Yeadon & Rawdon Ward Areas

High‑Visibility Patrols and Partnership Working to Prevent Acquisitive Crime
Promotion of Road Safety and Proactive Enforcement of Traffic Offences
Targeted Patrols and Joint Operations to Tackle Shoplifting at Retail Parks

Issued: 1 Mar 2026

Status Update

High‑Visibility Patrols and Partnership Working to Prevent Acquisitive Crime

To provide reassurance to the community and deter would‑be offenders, officers will conduct regular high‑visibility patrols in key areas affected by acquisitive crime, including vehicle theft and theft from motor vehicles. These patrols will focus on crime hotspots, areas with repeat victims, and locations identified through intelligence or community feedback. Officers will actively engage with residents to offer tailored crime‑prevention advice, encourage reporting, and promote improved vehicle security.
In addition, the team will collaborate closely with specialist departments such as Crime Prevention Officers, the Stolen Vehicle Unit, and Intelligence teams to identify patterns, target known offenders, and support problem‑solving activity. The overarching aim is to reduce opportunities for acquisitive crime, improve community confidence, and create long‑term prevention strategies within the locality.
Promotion of Road Safety and Proactive Enforcement of Traffic Offences

To enhance the safety of both motorists and pedestrians, officers will take proactive and targeted action against road traffic offences within the locality. This includes specific focus on drivers breaching No Entry restrictions, speeding—particularly in and around Low Lane—and vehicles causing obstruction near schools during busy drop‑off and pick‑up times.
High‑visibility policing around schools will form a key part of this work, supported by engagement with headteachers, school staff, and parents/carers. Officers will deliver road safety education, encourage responsible parking, and signpost to safer travel options. When required, enforcement activity will be undertaken to address persistent problem behaviours. The aim is to improve compliance with traffic regulations, reduce collision risks, and protect vulnerable road users, especially children.
Targeted Patrols and Joint Operations to Tackle Shoplifting at Retail Parks

Officers will conduct high‑visibility patrols across both retail park areas to provide a clear deterrent to shoplifting and associated offending. Engagement with shop staff and security teams will continue to build strong working relationships, encourage timely reporting, and support evidence‑gathering such as CCTV, statements, and offender descriptions.

Multiple operations have already taken place, including plain‑clothes deployments aimed at identifying and apprehending active offenders. These initiatives have resulted in arrests, positive outcomes, and the use of out‑of‑court disposals where appropriate. Feedback from stores indicates closer cooperation with police, and an increase in reporting has been noted as confidence grows. This sustained partnership approach aims to further disrupt repeat offenders, reduce financial losses to businesses, and create a safer environment for staff and shoppers.

Actioned: 23 Mar 2026

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5:30 PM — 6:30 PM

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