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Policing - Volume of Crime Recorded by the Police

High Level Summary of Statistics Trend Last update: Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Volume of Crime Recorded by the Police

Overall, from 2007-08 to 2008-09 the number of recorded crimes decreased by two per cent (-2%) - over 8,000 less crimes. Recorded crime is now at its lowest level for almost 30 years.

Crimes and Offences Recorded by the Police in Scotland, 1999-00 to 2008-09

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Source: Justice Analytical Services

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Page updated: Tuesday, September 29, 2009