Age has been extended in this survey to include persons aged up to and including 74 years old. Data on this is collected through the Continuous Morbidity Recording Scheme, which records a sample of activity from GP's. Data from CMR allows us to look at aspects of the GP's workload and can provide information on consultation rates for given respiratory conditions as well as providing estimates of incidence and prevalence for these conditions. The proportion of those aged 60 years or over who are very worried about becoming a victim of housebreaking, car theft or physical assault. Wales Information is drawn from the Scottish Crime Survey.
Data are currently available approximately every four years.
However, the possibility of more frequent surveys is currently being explored. This may indicate that fear of crime is falling for people aged 60 and over.