West Yorkshire Police, in conjunction with Leeds Observatory, have provided the latest 12-month analysis of crimes in Leeds, with our focus this week on the areas that have reported the most possession of weapons offences.
Between May 2025 and April 2026, there were a total of 1,052 offences reported, according to the most recent figures.
To provide a clearer picture of localised trends, we have compiled the 15 individual neighbourhoods and wards where the largest number of these crimes were registered.
All images are for illustrative purposes only and not based on the exact locations of those weapon possession offences being reported.
1. Leeds city centre - 137
Leeds city centre reported 137 weapon offence-related crimes between May 2025 and April 2026. | Canva/Getty Images
2. Harehills South - 32
Harehills South reported 32 weapon offence-related crimes between May 2025 and April 2026. | Google
3. Harehills North - 28
Harehills North reported 28 weapon offence-related crimes between May 2025 and April 2026.
4. Woodhouse & Little London - 27
Woodhouse & Little London reported 27 weapon offence-related crimes between May 2025 and April 2026. | National World
5. Armley & New Wortley – 27
Armley & New Wortley reported 27 weapon offence-related crimes between May 2025 and April 2026. | Google
6. Burmantofts – 26
Burmantofts reported 26 weapon offence-related crimes between May 2025 and April 2026. | Google