Is Leek Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Leek Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,051 total crimes recorded in Leek Rural
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Leek Rural — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leek Rural safe?
Leek Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 51/100, rated Average. 373 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Leek Rural has an average crime level for the UK.
How many crimes were recorded in Leek Rural in the last 12 months?
373 crimes were recorded in Leek Rural in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 7.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (348 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Leek Rural?
The most common crime in Leek Rural is Violent Crime, with 434 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 116.4% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Leek Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Leek Rural is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 7.2% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.
What is the safety score for Leek Rural?
Leek Rural has a safety score of 51 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Leek Rural compare to the Staffordshire Police average?
Leek Rural has a safety score of 51/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Leek Rural is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Leek Rural?
36% of crimes in Leek Rural resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Leek Rural?
434 violent crimes were recorded in Leek Rural in the last 12 months, representing 116.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 176 incidents.
When was the crime data for Leek Rural last updated?
The crime data for Leek Rural was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Leek Rural with other areas?
You can compare Leek Rural with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.