Is Leek Town Safe?
Crime statistics for Leek Town. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,835 total crimes recorded in Leek Town
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Leek Town — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leek Town safe?
Leek Town has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. 1,835 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Leek Town has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Leek Town in the last 12 months?
1,835 crimes were recorded in Leek Town in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 3.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,906 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Leek Town?
The most common crime in Leek Town is Violent Crime, with 772 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 42.1% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Leek Town increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Leek Town is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 3.7% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Leek Town?
Leek Town has a safety score of 8 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Town compare to the Staffordshire Police average?
Leek Town has a safety score of 8/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Leek Town is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Leek Town?
26.1% of crimes in Leek Town 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 Town?
772 violent crimes were recorded in Leek Town in the last 12 months, representing 42.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 310 incidents.
When was the crime data for Leek Town last updated?
The crime data for Leek Town 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 Town with other areas?
You can compare Leek Town 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.