Crime in Bristol falls to lowest level in 20 years
Crime in Bristol has fallen to its lowest level in more than 20 years, reflecting a national downward trend and allaying fears that crime may be fuelled by the recession.
The figures show that overall recorded crime fell by 11 per cent in the north east between 2006/07 and 2007/08 -- with crime levels in the Northumbria Police force area falling by 15 per cent.