Leeds, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Leeds Police Department serves the city of Leeds, AL in Jefferson, Shelby, St Clair County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 586 violent crimes and 875 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 113.3 per 100k residents, which is 6.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 161.9 per 100k, 1.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate113.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents586 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents23 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate16.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents127 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate161.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents875 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate32.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents100 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate97.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents713 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate32.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents59 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 113.3 | C | 586 | 106.2 | +6.7% |
| Property Crime | 161.9 | C | 875 | 163.6 | -1.1% |
| Rape | 8.1 | F | 23 | 3.5 | +128.8% |
| Robbery | 16.2 | F | 24 | 5.8 | +178.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.2 | B | 127 | 22.3 | -27.3% |
| Burglary | 32.4 | D | 100 | 24.0 | +34.8% |
| Larceny | 97.1 | B | 713 | 116.4 | -16.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 32.4 | D | 59 | 22.2 | +46.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 0 miles | F 240.2 | F 407.2 | Violent: 112.0% higher Property: 151.6% higher |
| Fairfield | 0 miles | F 284.0 | F 416.5 | Violent: 150.6% higher Property: 157.3% higher |
| Gardendale | 0 miles | C 110.0 | B 122.2 | Violent: 2.9% lower Property: 24.5% lower |
| Midfield | 0 miles | A 40.4 | A 20.2 | Violent: 64.3% lower Property: 87.5% lower |
| Vestavia Hills | 0 miles | A 15.8 | A 84.5 | Violent: 86.0% lower Property: 47.8% lower |