Burglary
Your Guide to Keeping Your Home Secure
Most burglaries are carried out by opportunist thieves. In two out of ten burglaries, they don’t even have to use force - they get in through an open door or window.
Look at your home through a burglar’s eyes.
• Are there places where they could break in without being seen?
• Have you fitted strong locks on your doors and windows?
• Would they have to make a lot of noise by breaking glass?
This leaflet provides advice on how to reduce the risk of your home being burgled by taking some simple and inexpensive precautions.
Topics include
Windows
Lighting
Burglar Alarms
Keys
Garages and sheds
Gates and fences
Doors
Postcoding your belongings
Insurance
Smoke detectors
Being a good neighbour
Advice on if you are burgled
Security Checklist
Download "Your Guide to Keeping Your Home Secure" 
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Date added: May 2003
Review date: May 2004
Originator: Crime Reduction Centre Information Te
Last update: Wednesday, August 01, 2007