Leith Walk Crime Data, Postcodes, Census & Livability Index
Find the complete list of Leith Walk 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 Walk. Whether you're a resident or considering moving to Leith Walk, 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 Walk is a ward in the City of Edinburgh District.
- Leith Walk has 630 active postcodes and has a population of 31138.
- There are 17357 properties in the neighbourhood of Leith Walk.
- The City of Edinburgh District has 16 other wards.
- 57 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 Walk, 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
31,138
Households
17,357
Total Crimes
(FY 2022/2023)
1,074
Crimes per 1000 Population
35
Map of Leith Walk Ward - Postcodes
Crime Statistics of Leith Walk Ward (FY 2022/2023)
| Crime Reported | Number of Crimes |
|---|---|
| Attempted Murder | 2 |
| Serious Assault (incl. culpable & reckless conduct - causing injury) | 12 |
| Robbery and assault with intent to rob | 15 |
| Threats and extortion | 16 |
| Cruel & Unnatural treatment of children | 3 |
| Other Group 1 crimes | 1 |
| Domestic Abuse (of female) | 8 |
| Group 2 - Sexual Crimes | 59 |
| Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - dwelling house | 23 |
| Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - non-dwelling | 19 |
| Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - other premises | 10 |
| Opening Lockfast Places - NOT Motor Vehicle | 12 |
| Opening Lockfast Places - Motor Vehicle | 65 |
| Other Group 3 crimes | 94 |
| Common theft | 231 |
| Theft of a motor vehicle | 47 |
| Theft by shoplifting | 189 |
| Theft from a Motor Vehicle, Insecure etc | 55 |
| Attempt theft of motor vehicle | 7 |
| Fraud | 133 |
| Fireraising | 10 |
| Culpable & reckless conduct (not firearms) | 34 |
| Vandalism (incl. reckless damage, etc.) | 167 |
| Other Group 5 crimes | 43 |
| Bail offences (other than absconding) | 48 |
| Carrying offensive weapons (incl. restriction)* | 6 |
| Handling bladed/pointed instrument* | 17 |
| Offensive weapon (used in other criminal activity)* | 11 |
| Bladed/pointed instrument (used in other criminal activity) | 7 |
| Other drugs offences (incl. importation) | 1 |
| Production, manufacture or cultivation of drugs | 2 |
| Supply of drugs (incl. possession with intent) | 23 |
| Possession of drugs | 61 |
Most Crimes Reported (FY 2022/2023)
List of All Postcodes in Leith Walk Ward
Showing 1 - 50 out of 630 active Postcodes in Leith Walk Ward
| Postcode | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| EH3 5BT | 55.963 | -3.200 |
| EH3 5LF | 55.963 | -3.200 |
| EH3 5LG | 55.963 | -3.199 |
| EH3 5LH | 55.963 | -3.199 |
| EH3 5LJ | 55.963 | -3.198 |
| EH3 5LL | 55.964 | -3.199 |
| EH3 5LN | 55.964 | -3.198 |
| EH3 5LQ | 55.963 | -3.198 |
| EH3 5LW | 55.963 | -3.198 |
| EH6 4AQ | 55.975 | -3.182 |
| EH6 4BH | 55.973 | -3.191 |
| EH6 4BJ | 55.972 | -3.190 |
| EH6 4BL | 55.973 | -3.190 |
| EH6 4BN | 55.972 | -3.189 |
| EH6 4BP | 55.973 | -3.189 |
| EH6 4BR | 55.974 | -3.188 |
| EH6 4BS | 55.973 | -3.188 |
| EH6 4BT | 55.973 | -3.188 |
| EH6 4BU | 55.973 | -3.187 |
| EH6 4BW | 55.973 | -3.189 |
| EH6 4BX | 55.973 | -3.188 |
| EH6 4BY | 55.973 | -3.187 |
| EH6 4BZ | 55.973 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4DA | 55.973 | -3.187 |
| EH6 4DB | 55.973 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4DD | 55.973 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4DE | 55.974 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4DF | 55.974 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4DG | 55.974 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4DH | 55.974 | -3.186 |
| EH6 4DJ | 55.974 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4DL | 55.974 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4DN | 55.974 | -3.183 |
| EH6 4DQ | 55.974 | -3.187 |
| EH6 4DZ | 55.974 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4ET | 55.974 | -3.185 |
| EH6 4NJ | 55.974 | -3.187 |
| EH6 4NL | 55.974 | -3.188 |
| EH6 4NN | 55.973 | -3.191 |
| EH6 4QT | 55.973 | -3.192 |
| EH6 4QU | 55.973 | -3.192 |
| EH6 4QX | 55.972 | -3.192 |
| EH6 4QY | 55.972 | -3.193 |
| EH6 4RN | 55.971 | -3.192 |
| EH6 4RQ | 55.972 | -3.192 |
| EH6 4SP | 55.973 | -3.193 |
| EH6 4SR | 55.973 | -3.194 |
| EH6 4SS | 55.973 | -3.195 |
| EH6 4ST | 55.973 | -3.196 |
| EH6 4SU | 55.973 | -3.196 |
FAQs about Leith Walk Ward
Crimes per 1000 people in Leith Walk ward is 35.
As per the crime report in the Fiscal Year 2022/2023, 35 crimes were reported in Leith Walk per 1000 population, which is considered very low in the UK. Also, the total number of crimes recorded during this period was 1074, which signifies that Leith Walk is the safest place to live in City of Edinburgh district.
The top crimes reported in Leith Walk were non-sexual crimes of violence, sexual crimes, etc. View the crime chart for more details about the most reported crime types.
There are 630 active postcodes in Leith Walk ward.