Crime in Headingley & Hyde Park: statistics, rates and trends
2,866 crimes were recorded in Headingley & Hyde Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 86.3 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Headingley & Hyde Park at a glance
- Crime trends in Headingley & Hyde Park
- Types of crime in Headingley & Hyde Park
- Headingley & Hyde Park compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Headingley & Hyde Park
- What happened after crimes were reported in Headingley & Hyde Park
- Population and deprivation in Headingley & Hyde Park
- Questions about crime in Headingley & Hyde Park
- About this data
2,866 crimes were recorded in Headingley & Hyde Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 86.3 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 1,021 reports (36% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Headingley & Hyde Park has the 1,619th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Headingley & Hyde Park | Leeds | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,866 | 106,410 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 86.3 | 125.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -0% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 33,199 | 845,189 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Headingley & Hyde Park was highest in the year to July 2018 (3,684 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (2,866). Over the whole period it fell 22%, 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 | 2,866 | 86.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,880 | 86.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 3,483 | 104.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 3,065 | 92.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 3,385 | 102.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 3,358 | 101.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 3,141 | 94.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 3,582 | 107.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 3,684 | 111.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 248 |
| June 2026 | 199 |
| May 2026 | 228 |
| April 2026 | 270 |
| March 2026 | 271 |
| February 2026 | 231 |
| January 2026 | 260 |
| December 2025 | 227 |
| November 2025 | 256 |
| October 2025 | 257 |
| September 2025 | 231 |
| August 2025 | 188 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Headingley & Hyde Park 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. Rates were well above the national level for vehicle crime, burglary, robbery.
The largest increases were in possession of weapons (+30%) and other crime (+22%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-36%) and public order (-24%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1,021 | 30.8 | 0.90 | +4% |
| Vehicle crime | 321 | 9.7 | 1.96 | +16% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 234 | 7.0 | 0.46 | +2% |
| Burglary | 230 | 6.9 | 1.96 | -4% |
| Other theft | 217 | 6.5 | 1.02 | -6% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 209 | 6.3 | 0.93 | +14% |
| Public order | 181 | 5.5 | 0.82 | -24% |
| Shoplifting | 125 | 3.8 | 0.45 | -36% |
| Drugs | 90 | 2.7 | 0.83 | +6% |
| Other crime | 77 | 2.3 | 1.10 | +22% |
| Robbery | 64 | 1.9 | 1.43 | -6% |
| Bicycle theft | 41 | 1.2 | 1.50 | +2% |
| Possession of weapons | 30 | 0.9 | 0.93 | +30% |
| Theft from the person | 26 | 0.8 | 0.46 | -10% |
Violence and sexual offences in Headingley & Hyde Park
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 1,021 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (30.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 35.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Headingley & Hyde Park
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 321 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 11.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Headingley & Hyde Park
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 234 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Headingley & Hyde Park
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 230 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Headingley & Hyde Park
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 217 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Headingley & Hyde Park
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 209 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Headingley & Hyde Park
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 181 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Headingley & Hyde Park
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 125 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Headingley & Hyde Park
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 90 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Headingley & Hyde Park
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 77 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Headingley & Hyde Park
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Headingley & Hyde Park
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Headingley & Hyde Park
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Headingley & Hyde Park
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Headingley & Hyde Park, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Headingley & Hyde Park.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Headingley & Hyde Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little London & Woodhouse | 12,728 | 348.9 | +304% |
| Kirkstall | 2,805 | 132.9 | +54% |
| Chapel Allerton | 3,078 | 122.9 | +42% |
| Armley | 4,943 | 197.9 | +129% |
| Weetwood | 1,887 | 80.1 | -7% |
| Moortown | 1,282 | 59.2 | -31% |
| Farnley & Wortley | 4,040 | 144.5 | +67% |
| Gipton & Harehills | 5,868 | 173.5 | +101% |
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 Headingley & Hyde Park over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 113 |
| On or near Chapel Terrace | 88 |
| On or near Granby Street | 59 |
| On or near Kensington Terrace | 48 |
| On or near Shire Oak Street | 47 |
| On or near Royal Park Road | 43 |
| On or near Cross Granby Terrace | 42 |
| On or near Dennistead Crescent | 42 |
| On or near Ridge Grove | 39 |
| On or near Langdale Terrace | 35 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Headingley & Hyde Park 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 1,294 | 45.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 692 | 24.1% |
| Under investigation | 258 | 9.0% |
| Not recorded | 234 | 8.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 113 | 3.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 107 | 3.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 61 | 2.1% |
| Local resolution | 45 | 1.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 20 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 14 | 0.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 0.3% |
| Suspect charged as part of another case | 8 | 0.3% |
Headingley & Hyde Park has an estimated population of 33,199. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Headingley & Hyde Park sits in decile 5.9, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Headingley & Hyde Park |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 4.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 92.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 2.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 17.9% |
| Social rented homes | 14.4% |
| Private rented homes | 67.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.9 |
Is Headingley & Hyde Park a safe place to live?
Headingley & Hyde Park recorded 86.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Headingley & Hyde Park?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 1,021 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by vehicle crime (321).
Is crime in Headingley & Hyde Park going up or down?
Recorded crime in Headingley & Hyde Park was almost unchanged on the year before: 2,866 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,880 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Headingley & Hyde Park?
Headingley & Hyde Park is policed by West 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 Headingley & Hyde Park. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.