Scotland’s Chief Statistician has released the main findings of the 2021\/22 Scottish Crime and Justice Survey (SCJS), shedding light on the state of crime in the country. The survey reveals a downward trend in crime rates over the past 15 years, with the volume of crime, including unreported incidents, falling by 53% since 2008\/09. This article will delve into the key findings of the survey, including the extent and prevalence of crime, public perceptions of the police and justice system, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the SCJS.<\/p>\n
The 2021\/22 SCJS shows a significant decrease in the overall volume of crime in Scotland. The survey estimates that there were 494,000 crimes in 2021\/22, with property crimes accounting for 73% (360,000) and violent crimes for 27% (133,000) of the total. Since 2008\/09, property crime has halved, experiencing a 51% decrease, while violent crime has fallen by 58% over the same period. The survey also indicates that most adults (90%) did not experience any crime in 2021\/22, with the proportion of adults experiencing crime decreasing from 20.4% in 2008\/09 to 10% in the latest year.<\/p>\n
Despite the decrease in crime rates, there has been a decline in confidence in the police across various measures. Only 49% of adults said the police in their local area do an excellent or good job, a decrease from 61% in 2012\/13 and 55% in 2019\/20. Victims of crime and those living in the most deprived areas of Scotland were less likely to feel positively about the police. However, most adults expressed confidence in the local police force’s capability in handling incidents and solving crimes, although confidence in preventing crime decreased from a high in 2014\/15.<\/p>\n
The survey highlights that crime continues to be experienced disproportionately among certain population groups. The likelihood of experiencing crime in 2021\/22 was higher among those aged 16 to 24, disabled adults, those living in the most deprived areas, and urban areas of Scotland. On the other hand, the likelihood of experiencing any crime and property crime has decreased for many population groups since 2008\/09. The proportion of adults in Scotland estimated to have experienced crime was similar to that in England and Wales (10.0% compared to 10.4%).<\/p>\n
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, no survey was conducted for the 2020\/21 reporting year. To fill the evidence gap, the Scottish Victimisation Telephone Survey (SVTS) was introduced, focusing on crime experiences, safety, and policing perceptions during the pandemic. The 2021\/22 SCJS is the latest annual survey, following the restart of fieldwork in November 2021. Fieldwork was conducted using a mixed-mode approach, including remote and face-to-face interviews. The comparability of the findings has been ensured through research commissioned by the Scottish Government.<\/p>\n
The 2021\/22 Scottish Crime and Justice Survey presents a positive picture of decreasing crime rates and victimization in Scotland over the past 15 years. However, there are still disparities among population groups, and confidence in the police has declined. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on crime rates and perceptions of safety is also evident. The findings of the survey provide valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders to further improve the Scottish justice system and address the specific needs of different communities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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