| People's Republic of China | |
|---|---|
| Crime rates* (2020) | |
| Violent crimes | |
| Homicide | Unknown |
| Rape | Unknown |
| Robbery | Unknown |
| Property crimes | |
| Burglary | Unknown |
Notes *Number of reported crimes per 100,000 population. | |
In China crime occurs in various forms. The Chinese government does not release exact unified statistics on crime rates and the rate of criminal offending due to such information being considered politically and socially sensitive. Scarce official statistics released are the subject of much academic debate due to allegations of statistical fabrication, under-reporting and corruption.[1][2] The illegal drug trade in China is a significant driver of violent crime, including murder.
According to the "Global Organized Crime Index" (2023), China is grappling with deep-seated criminal activities across diverse markets, while its resilience is limited by corruption and the centralized control of governance and information.[3]
- ^ "The puzzle of China's low crime rates". WORLD. Retrieved 2022-09-07.
- ^ "Getting away with murder: lies, damned lies, and Chinese police statistics". www.lowyinstitute.org. Retrieved 2022-09-07.
- ^ China (PDF) (Report). Global Organized Crime Index. 2023. Retrieved 25 September 2024.