Crime Prevention

The best way to reduce the risks of crime is to take sensible precautions. Most people already do this as part of their everyday lives, often without realising it. Sensible precautions limit risk and reduce crime. This guide is aimed informing people of some of the very straightforward ways in which they can reduce crime for themselves and their community.

Where possible, try to keep valuables out of sight from windows.
Visible alarms make burglars think twice, Especially proper monitored ststems.
Physical obstacles, such as high gates and fences, can deter burglars.
Install window locks and extra security where possible.
Even small windows like casement windows, skylights or bathroom fanlights need locks. A thief can get in through any gap larger than a human head.
Never leave a spare key in a hiding place like under the doormat, in a flowerpot or inside a letterbox - a thief will look there first.
Never leave your car keys near the front door.
Never leave a garage or garden shed unlocked, especially if it has a connecting door to the house. Lock tools and ladders away so that a thief cannot use them to break in.
When away, make it look as though your house is occupied - use time switches for lights and the radio, ask a neighbour to clear the doorstep and park on your drive, cancel delivery of milk and newspapers etc. If you are away for extended periods check your insurance policy, as some "contents" policies don't cover you if you are away for more than 30 days.