The line graph presents information about how crime rates in Manchester city center changed over nearly a decade, from 2003 to 2012.
Overall, the trend for burglary declined, while car theft rates increased. Despite some fluctuations during this period, the rate of robbery remained constant. It is also evident that burglary dominated the chart until 2006, after which car theft became the leading crime.
Examining the details, the burglary rate began just below 3,500. Although it rose to about 3,700 in 2004, which was the highest point on the chart, it subsequently dropped significantly to around 1,000. Following this decline, the burglary rate marginally improved and remained stable.
In terms of car theft, the figure in 2003 stood at 2,300. Over the next five years, the trend fluctuated and eventually surpassed the burglary rate, though it did experience a decline to just over 2,000. Following this dip, the trend saw substantial growth, reaching 2,700, the highest figure recorded in 2012.
Regarding robbery, the number was 500 in 2003, the lowest on the diagram. This figure doubled in 2005, marking its peak. Afterward, the robbery rate experienced slight fluctuations before returning to its previous level by 2012.