Publication - Statistics
Recorded Crime in Scotland: July 2020
Published:
20 Aug 2020
Official Statistics on crimes and offences recorded by the police in Scotland for July 2020.
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Recorded Crime in Scotland: July 2020
Table 5: Offences recorded by the police, Scotland, April to July 2019 and April to July 2020
Table 5: Offences recorded by the police, Scotland, April to July 2019 and April to July 2020
| Crime group | April to July 2019 | April to July 2020 | % Change since 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total offences1 | 88,054 | 80,017 | -9% |
| Miscellaneous offences | 45,510 | 44,390 | -2% |
| Common assault | 19,859 | 17,381 | -12% |
| Breach of the peace etc. | 17,939 | 18,315 | 2% |
| Drunkenness and other disorderly conduct | 2,384 | 2,658 | 11% |
| Urinating etc. | 856 | 374 | -56% |
| Other miscellaneous offences | 4,472 | 5,662 | 27% |
| Motor vehicle offences | 42,544 | 35,627 | -16% |
| Dangerous and careless driving | 3,911 | 3,772 | -4% |
| Driving under the influence | 2,076 | 2,969 | 43% |
| Speeding | 11,081 | 6,928 | -37% |
| Unlawful use of vehicle | 12,989 | 12,821 | -1% |
| Vehicle defect offences | 2,485 | 2,060 | -17% |
| Seat belt offences | 1,275 | 664 | -48% |
| Mobile phone offences | 989 | 647 | -35% |
| Other motor vehicle offences | 7,738 | 5,766 | -25% |
Contact
Email: justice_analysts@gov.scot