Busted — crime cut by half in a decade

CRIME has dropped by almost half in Greater Manchester during the past 10 years, according to the latest figures.

Statistics show that between 2002 and 2012 total crime reduced from 383,074 to 207,687 a year — a 46 per cent reduction.

And between April, 2011, and March, 2012, there has been a 9 per cent drop in total crime, which means 19,997 fewer victims.

Figures for the financial year to March show:

Domestic burglary down by 14 per cent with 2,679 fewer victims.

Vehicle crime down by 17 per cent with 4,091 fewer victims.

Anti-social behaviour reduced by 9 per cent with 14,345 fewer incidents.

Robbery down by 14 per cent with 669 fewer victims.

Serious violent crime down by 18 per cent with 405 fewer victims.

Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Peter Fahy said: “This has been a very challenging year for the force but the dedication of our staff and the support of the public has led to this further significant reduction in crime.

“It has come about through strengthening relationships with local people through neighbourhood policing and work with other agencies.”
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