Leeds, ND Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Leeds Safe?
Yes — Leeds is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Leeds has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 475.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 475
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
45% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 312
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
83% lower than national average
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Leeds Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
10 | -90% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
12 | -88% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Leeds Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Leeds Crime by Zip Code
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Leeds Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Leeds, ND?
Leeds, ND has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 475 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 312 chance for property crime. Leeds has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Leeds, ND safe to live in?
Leeds is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Leeds is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Leeds?
The estimated violent crime rate in Leeds is 210.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 45% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 475 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.3 per 100K (53% below average); aggravated assault at 153.8 per 100K (43% below average); robbery at 37.2 per 100K (50% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Leeds?
The estimated property crime rate in Leeds is 320.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 83% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 312 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 147.8 per 100K (45% below average); larceny/theft at 134.9 per 100K (90% below average); vehicle theft at 37.7 per 100K (88% below average).
How does Leeds crime compare to the national average?
Leeds's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (43% below average), while larceny/theft is 90% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Leeds has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Leeds safe to visit?
Leeds is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 83% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Leeds crime compare to the rest of North Dakota?
North Dakota as a whole has crime that is 19% above the national average. Leeds's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical North Dakota city.
What type of crime is most common in Leeds?
Aggravated assault is the most common crime in Leeds, with an estimated rate of 153.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 43% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (320 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (211 per 100K) in Leeds, which is consistent with national trends.