Leith Crime Data, Postcodes, Census & Livability Index
Find the complete list of Leith ward postcodes & properties. View information about the amenities available in the ward, census, crime statistics, etc.
This article also covers valuable insights regarding safety and the cost of living in the neighbourhood of Leith. Whether you're a resident or considering moving to Leith, the information below will guide you to make an informed decision.
You can also use our interactive map to access detailed information regarding recent crimes, public transport, nearby schools, police stations, postcodes, etc.
Summary
- Leith is a ward in the City of Edinburgh District.
- Leith has 590 active postcodes and has a population of 21346.
- There are 11399 properties in the neighbourhood of Leith.
- The City of Edinburgh District has 16 other wards.
- 53 Non-sexual crimes of violence Crimes have been Reported in the ward in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
- Find a detailed overview of the most reported crime types in the chart below.
- Get access to the latest Crime Data for Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
Livability Index
Discover the livability index of Leith, calculated by evaluating factors such as safety, property prices, nearby amenities, and more. Our analysis rates the ward at 79, indicating a very good level of livability.
Population
21,346
Households
11,399
Total Crimes
(FY 2022/2023)
1,250
Crimes per 1000 Population
59
Map of Leith Ward - Postcodes
Crime Statistics of Leith Ward (FY 2022/2023)
| Crime Reported | Number of Crimes |
|---|---|
| Attempted Murder | 2 |
| Serious Assault (incl. culpable & reckless conduct - causing injury) | 19 |
| Robbery and assault with intent to rob | 11 |
| Threats and extortion | 11 |
| Cruel & Unnatural treatment of children | 2 |
| Other Group 1 crimes | 1 |
| Domestic Abuse (of male) | 1 |
| Domestic Abuse (of female) | 6 |
| Group 2 - Sexual Crimes | 70 |
| Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - dwelling house | 24 |
| Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - non-dwelling | 6 |
| Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - other premises | 20 |
| Opening Lockfast Places - NOT Motor Vehicle | 15 |
| Opening Lockfast Places - Motor Vehicle | 68 |
| Other Group 3 crimes | 93 |
| Common theft | 200 |
| Theft of a motor vehicle | 42 |
| Theft by shoplifting | 263 |
| Theft from a Motor Vehicle, Insecure etc | 41 |
| Attempt theft of motor vehicle | 12 |
| Fraud | 110 |
| Fireraising | 13 |
| Culpable & reckless conduct (not firearms) | 30 |
| Vandalism (incl. reckless damage, etc.) | 170 |
| Other Group 5 crimes | 61 |
| Bail offences (other than absconding) | 77 |
| Carrying offensive weapons (incl. restriction)* | 10 |
| Handling bladed/pointed instrument* | 24 |
| Offensive weapon (used in other criminal activity)* | 23 |
| Bladed/pointed instrument (used in other criminal activity) | 10 |
| Production, manufacture or cultivation of drugs | 2 |
| Supply of drugs (incl. possession with intent) | 33 |
| Possession of drugs | 107 |
Most Crimes Reported (FY 2022/2023)
List of All Postcodes in Leith Ward
Showing 1 - 50 out of 590 active Postcodes in Leith Ward
| Postcode | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| EH11 1FH | 55.975 | -3.164 |
| EH17 8WG | 55.973 | -3.163 |
| EH2 2LT | 55.981 | -3.187 |
| EH1 1ES | 55.976 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4AA | 55.977 | -3.181 |
| EH6 4AD | 55.975 | -3.180 |
| EH6 4AE | 55.975 | -3.181 |
| EH6 4AF | 55.975 | -3.181 |
| EH6 4AG | 55.975 | -3.180 |
| EH6 4AH | 55.975 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4AJ | 55.976 | -3.182 |
| EH6 4AL | 55.976 | -3.182 |
| EH6 4AN | 55.975 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4AP | 55.976 | -3.182 |
| EH6 4AR | 55.977 | -3.181 |
| EH6 4AS | 55.977 | -3.181 |
| EH6 4AT | 55.977 | -3.182 |
| EH6 4AU | 55.977 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4AW | 55.976 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4AX | 55.976 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4AY | 55.976 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4AZ | 55.977 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4BA | 55.977 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4BB | 55.977 | -3.182 |
| EH6 4BE | 55.978 | -3.182 |
| EH6 4BG | 55.978 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4DR | 55.979 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4DS | 55.979 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4DT | 55.979 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4DU | 55.979 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4EA | 55.977 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4EB | 55.979 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4ED | 55.978 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4EE | 55.977 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4EF | 55.977 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4EG | 55.979 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4EH | 55.978 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4EP | 55.979 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4EQ | 55.977 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4ER | 55.979 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4EX | 55.975 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4EY | 55.975 | -3.184 |
| EH6 4EZ | 55.975 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4HA | 55.975 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4HB | 55.976 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4HD | 55.976 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4HE | 55.975 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4HF | 55.976 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4HG | 55.977 | -3.187 |
| EH6 4HH | 55.978 | -3.188 |
FAQs about Leith Ward
Crimes per 1000 people in Leith ward is 59.
As per the crime report in the Fiscal Year 2022/2023, 59 crimes were reported in Leith per 1000 population, which is considered very low in the UK. Also, the total number of crimes recorded during this period was 1250, which signifies that Leith is the safest place to live in City of Edinburgh district.
The top crimes reported in Leith were non-sexual crimes of violence, sexual crimes, etc. View the crime chart for more details about the most reported crime types.
There are 590 active postcodes in Leith ward.