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One in Twelve People a Victim of Cyber Crime, Survey Finds
A staggering 12.3% of people have fallen victim to cyber crime, with men and women equally likely to be targeted - except for stalking, where women are slightly more likely to be victims.
Who is Most at Risk?
The statistics reveal that young people between the ages of 15 and 24 are most at risk, with a whopping 17.6% reporting being victims of cyber crime. In contrast, those aged 65 and over reported a significantly lower rate of 7.2%.
Age-Related Differences in Cyber Crime
- Younger age groups (15-24) are disproportionately affected by certain types of cyber crime, such as hacking and online shopping fraud.
- Older age groups (65+ years) report a lower rate of cyber crime victimization.
Reporting of Cyber Crime
The survey also found that only 1 in 12 cases of cyber crime result in the police being notified, with even fewer cases resulting in an official report. The statistics are as follows:
| Year | Notified Police | Reported to Police | Reported via Official Report | Reported Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 12.8% | 8.2% | 3.8% | 4.4% |
| 2017 | 13.1% | 8.0% | 4.4% | 3.6% |
| 2012 | 12.7% | 7.1% | 4.4% | 2.7% |
Full Breakdown of Statistics
Here is a breakdown of the cyber crime victimization rate by age group and type of cybercrime:
Cyber Crime Victimisation Rate, 2019
| Type of Cybercrime | 15-24 years | 25-44 years | 45-64 years | 65 years and over |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyber Crime Total | 17.6% | 15.6% | 12.4% | 7.2% |
| Identity Fraud | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Online Shopping Fraud | 5.7% | 6.5% | 4.4% | 1.5% |
| Hacking | 6.2% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| Cyber Bullying | 7.9% | 4.3% | 3.8% | 2.1% |
Conclusion
These findings highlight the need for increased awareness and education about cyber crime prevention, as well as improved reporting mechanisms to combat this growing issue.
The full report can be accessed online at [website URL].