On this page:

Policing - Volume of Crime Recorded by the Police

High Level Summary of Statistics Trend Last update: Monday, September 29, 2008

Volume of Crime Recorded by the Police

Overall, from 2006/07 to 2007/08 the number of recorded crimes decreased by eight per cent (-8%) - nearly 34,000 less crimes. Recorded crime is now at its lowest level for over 25 years.

Crimes and Offences Recorded by the Police in Scotland

Source: Justice Analytical Services

Further Information

Page updated: Monday, September 29, 2008