Crime in Middleton Park: statistics, rates and trends
4,727 crimes were recorded in Middleton Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 152.7 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Middleton Park at a glance
- Crime trends in Middleton Park
- Types of crime in Middleton Park
- Middleton Park compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Middleton Park
- What happened after crimes were reported in Middleton Park
- Population and deprivation in Middleton Park
- Questions about crime in Middleton Park
- About this data
4,727 crimes were recorded in Middleton Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 152.7 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 2,021 reports (43% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Middleton Park has the 414th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Middleton Park | Leeds | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 4,727 | 106,410 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 152.7 | 125.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 30,963 | 845,189 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Middleton Park was highest in the year to July 2021 (5,730 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (4,614). 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 | 4,727 | 152.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 4,614 | 149.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 5,133 | 165.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 5,431 | 175.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 5,068 | 163.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 5,730 | 185.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 5,272 | 170.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 5,101 | 164.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 4,942 | 159.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 376 |
| June 2026 | 448 |
| May 2026 | 374 |
| April 2026 | 344 |
| March 2026 | 468 |
| February 2026 | 360 |
| January 2026 | 343 |
| December 2025 | 327 |
| November 2025 | 431 |
| October 2025 | 443 |
| September 2025 | 379 |
| August 2025 | 434 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Middleton 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 violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in robbery (+87%) and burglary (+35%). The largest falls were in bicycle theft (-33%) and public order (-14%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 2,021 | 65.3 | 1.91 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 617 | 19.9 | 1.30 | +20% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 463 | 15.0 | 2.20 | +26% |
| Public order | 338 | 10.9 | 1.64 | -14% |
| Shoplifting | 255 | 8.2 | 0.99 | +9% |
| Other theft | 233 | 7.5 | 1.18 | +6% |
| Burglary | 177 | 5.7 | 1.62 | +35% |
| Vehicle crime | 158 | 5.1 | 1.04 | -10% |
| Other crime | 156 | 5.0 | 2.39 | -5% |
| Drugs | 142 | 4.6 | 1.40 | +30% |
| Robbery | 73 | 2.4 | 1.75 | +87% |
| Possession of weapons | 50 | 1.6 | 1.66 | -12% |
| Theft from the person | 26 | 0.8 | 0.50 | +24% |
| Bicycle theft | 18 | 0.6 | 0.71 | -33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Middleton Park
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Middleton Park recorded 2,021 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (65.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 42.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Middleton Park
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Middleton Park recorded 617 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 13.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Middleton Park
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Middleton Park recorded 463 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Middleton Park
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Middleton Park recorded 338 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Middleton Park
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Middleton Park recorded 255 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Middleton Park
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Middleton Park recorded 233 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Middleton Park
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Middleton Park recorded 177 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 35% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Middleton Park
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Middleton Park recorded 158 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Middleton Park
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Middleton Park recorded 156 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Middleton Park
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Middleton Park recorded 142 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Middleton Park
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Middleton Park recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 87% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Middleton Park
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Middleton Park recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Middleton Park
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Middleton 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 up 24% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Middleton Park
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Middleton Park recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Middleton Park, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Middleton Park.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Middleton Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardsley & Robin Hood | 1,625 | 69.3 | -55% |
| Beeston & Holbeck | 4,596 | 161.4 | +6% |
| Hunslet & Riverside | 8,834 | 271.6 | +78% |
| Rothwell | 1,976 | 92.7 | -39% |
| Morley South | 3,082 | 131.8 | -14% |
| Burmantofts & Richmond Hill | 4,588 | 163.9 | +7% |
| Morley North | 2,734 | 110.8 | -27% |
| Little London & Woodhouse | 12,728 | 348.9 | +129% |
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 Middleton Park over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 163 |
| On or near Arthington View | 161 |
| On or near Lanshaw Crescent | 98 |
| On or near Dolphin Road | 95 |
| On or near Bodmin Approach | 80 |
| On or near Winrose Garth | 62 |
| On or near West Grange Fold | 61 |
| On or near Supermarket | 61 |
| On or near Arthington Grove | 60 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 57 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Middleton 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 1,526 | 32.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 1,393 | 29.5% |
| Not recorded | 617 | 13.1% |
| Under investigation | 557 | 11.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 173 | 3.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 163 | 3.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 84 | 1.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 79 | 1.7% |
| Local resolution | 65 | 1.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 37 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 24 | 0.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.1% |
Middleton Park has an estimated population of 30,963. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Middleton Park sits in decile 2.5, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Middleton Park |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 24.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 47.2% |
| Social rented homes | 37.4% |
| Private rented homes | 14.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.5 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 48.9% |
Is Middleton Park a safe place to live?
Middleton Park recorded 152.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Middleton Park?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 2,021 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (617).
Is crime in Middleton Park going up or down?
Recorded crime in Middleton Park was up 2% on the year before: 4,727 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 4,614 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Middleton Park?
Middleton 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 Middleton Park. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.