Rwanda - Burglary rate

21.8 (cases per 100,000 population) in 2012

In 2012, burglary rate for Rwanda was 21.8 cases per 100,000 population. Though Rwanda burglary rate fluctuated substantially in recent years, it tended to increase through 2008 - 2012 period ending at 21.8 cases per 100,000 population in 2012.

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“Burglary” means gaining unauthorised access to a part of a building/dwelling or other premises; including by use of force; with the intent to steal goods (breaking and entering). “Burglary” should include; where possible; theft from a house; appartment or other dwelling place; factory; shop or office; from a military establishment; or by using false keys. It should exclude theft from a car; from a container; from a vending machine; from a parking meter and from fenced meadow/compound. (UN-CTS M4.6)