Vehicle theft rates in four different countries from 1990 to 1999

The line graph illustrates the number of vehicle thefts per 1,000 vehicles in Great Britain, Sweden, France, and Canada over a ten-year period from 1990 to 1999.

Overall, Great Britain consistently recorded the highest theft rates throughout the decade, despite fluctuations. In contrast, Sweden experienced a significant upward trend, while France and Canada maintained relatively stable and lower theft rates.

Great Britain began the period at 17 thefts per 1,000 vehicles, peaking at 20 in both 1993 and 1997, before finishing at 16 in 1999. Sweden, which started at 8 thefts, saw a gradual increase, particularly after 1994, eventually reaching a period high of 14 thefts by the end of the decade. This growth made Sweden the second-highest country for vehicle thefts by 1999.

Conversely, France and Canada exhibited similar patterns, both starting with theft rates between 6 and 7 per 1,000 vehicles. Throughout the decade, their figures remained largely between 5 and 7. By 1999, both countries converged at 6 thefts per 1,000 vehicles, representing a minor change from their 1990 levels. Overall, the data highlights a clear divergence between the rising theft rates in Sweden and the stable, lower rates in France and Canada.