Calgary crime rates remaining consistent, despite a changing public perception

A new poll suggests Calgarian perception of crime is outpacing actual crime in the city.  Alberta Municipalities commissioned the poll, which looked into how people across the province viewed crime rates, causation and solutions.  It found 61 per cent of those surveyed believe crime in their area is increasing.  But Calgary Police Service (CPS) numbers paint a different picture. Overall rates are slightly ticking upwards, but not at a level that warrants concern, according to one