Crime in Aiskew & Leeming: statistics, rates and trends
326 crimes were recorded in Aiskew & Leeming in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Aiskew & Leeming at a glance
- Crime trends in Aiskew & Leeming
- Types of crime in Aiskew & Leeming
- Aiskew & Leeming compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Aiskew & Leeming
- What happened after crimes were reported in Aiskew & Leeming
- Population and deprivation in Aiskew & Leeming
- Questions about crime in Aiskew & Leeming
- About this data
Note: North Yorkshire Police did not publish data for July 2026. Twelve-month figures here are estimated from the months that were published.
326 crimes were recorded in Aiskew & Leeming in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 139 reports (43% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Aiskew & Leeming has the 3,574th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Aiskew & Leeming | North Yorkshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 326 | 40,894 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 36.5 | 64.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 8,928 | 635,270 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Aiskew & Leeming was highest in the year to July 2021 (456 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (326). Over the whole period it fell 4%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 326 | 36.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 349 | 39.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 358 | 40.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 416 | 46.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 411 | 46.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 456 | 51.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 412 | 46.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 365 | 40.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 340 | 38.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| June 2026 | 36 |
| May 2026 | 25 |
| April 2026 | 27 |
| March 2026 | 39 |
| February 2026 | 22 |
| January 2026 | 21 |
| December 2025 | 9 |
| November 2025 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 45 |
| September 2025 | 27 |
| August 2025 | 27 |
| July 2025 | 37 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Aiskew & Leeming over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+29%) and other theft (+21%).
The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-36%) and vehicle crime (-32%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 139 | 15.6 | 0.45 | +21% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 53 | 5.9 | 0.39 | -36% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 40 | 4.5 | 0.66 | +29% |
| Other theft | 34 | 3.8 | 0.60 | +21% |
| Vehicle crime | 15 | 1.7 | 0.34 | -32% |
| Public order | 12 | 1.3 | 0.20 | -8% |
| Burglary | 9 | 1.0 | 0.29 | -31% |
| Other crime | 9 | 1.0 | 0.48 | -44% |
| Shoplifting | 5 | 0.6 | 0.07 | -50% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.4 | 0.46 | +33% |
| Drugs | 2 | 0.2 | 0.07 | -86% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.2 | 0.17 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.14 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Aiskew & Leeming
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 139 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 42.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Aiskew & Leeming
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 53 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 16.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Aiskew & Leeming
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 12.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Aiskew & Leeming
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 10.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Aiskew & Leeming
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Aiskew & Leeming
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Aiskew & Leeming
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Aiskew & Leeming
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Aiskew & Leeming
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Aiskew & Leeming
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Aiskew & Leeming
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 86% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Aiskew & Leeming
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Aiskew & Leeming
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Aiskew & Leeming recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Aiskew & Leeming, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Aiskew & Leeming.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aiskew & Leeming |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedale | 250 | 49.2 | +35% |
| Romanby | 214 | 33.3 | -9% |
| Northallerton South | 809 | 128.0 | +251% |
| Morton-on-Swale & Appleton Wiske | 154 | 23.6 | -35% |
| Northallerton North & Brompton | 679 | 89.8 | +146% |
| Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale | 221 | 37.1 | +2% |
| Scotton & Lower Wensleydale | 236 | 33.9 | -7% |
| Hipswell & Colburn | 650 | 60.8 | +66% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Aiskew & Leeming over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near | 29 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 21 |
| On or near Bedale Road | 13 |
| On or near Supermarket | 12 |
| On or near Back Lane | 11 |
| On or near Bridge Street | 11 |
| On or near Glebe Square | 8 |
| On or near Beech Close | 7 |
| On or near Foundry Way | 7 |
| On or near Ings View | 7 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Aiskew & Leeming over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 94 | 31.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 64 | 21.4% |
| Not recorded | 49 | 16.4% |
| Under investigation | 36 | 12.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 22 | 7.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 9 | 3.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 7 | 2.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 1.7% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 1.3% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 1.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 1.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.3% |
Aiskew & Leeming has an estimated population of 8,928. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Aiskew & Leeming sits in decile 7.1, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Aiskew & Leeming |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 66.9% |
| Social rented homes | 10.3% |
| Private rented homes | 22.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.1 |
Is Aiskew & Leeming a safe place to live?
Aiskew & Leeming recorded 36.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Aiskew & Leeming?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 139 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (53).
Is crime in Aiskew & Leeming going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aiskew & Leeming was down 7% on the year before: 326 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 349 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Aiskew & Leeming?
Aiskew & Leeming is policed by North Yorkshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Aiskew & Leeming. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.