Band 7+: The chart below shows the changes in three different areas of Manchester city centre from 2003-2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.

The line graph provides data on the number of crimes committed in Manchester over a 10-year period from 2003 to 2012.

Overall, it is clear that the incidence of burglary decreased significantly during this time, while the trend for car thefts increased. Additionally, although the number of robberies experienced fluctuations, it eventually returned to its original level.

In terms of burglaries, there was a slight increase from 2003 to 2004, rising from about 3,400 to 3,700. However, this was followed by a dramatic decline, which brought the figure down to just below 1,400 by 2012. In contrast, the number of car thefts in 2003 started at around 2,300 and showed some fluctuation until 2009, maintaining a consistent figure. After 2009, car thefts gradually improved, rising from 2,300 to 2,800 by 2012.

As for the number of robberies, the initial figure was 500. This number increased steadily to approximately 900 in 2005. However, after reaching this peak, it gradually declined, returning to 500 by 2012.