home security advice
Burglaries on the increase, another impact of the recession
The Home Office minister Jacqui Smith is to hold a “burglary summit” to deal with the increase in burglaries, seen as another result of the economic downturn.
Home Office figures released show that there were 69,000 burglaries between July and September 2008, a 4% rise over the same period in 2007. The BBC home affairs correspondant Daniel Sandford stated that “over the last 30 years, burglary rates appeared to have peaked at times of economic hardship, like the mid-1980s and the early 1990″.
This increase in buglaries is alarming given that the initial figures reported were at the very start of this downturn, it will be interesting to see the figures for October to December 2008 which are due to be announced.
What can you do to avoid becoming a victim of burglary? A few tips:
- Install a monitored alarm system
- Upgrade window and door locks (and use them!)
- Avoid leaving keys within eyesight or reach of the door/window
- Leave lights on timers to operate when you are away from home
- Inform neighbours if you are away from home
- Watch for unknown individuals hanging around as you approach or leave your home
- Report any suspicious activities
Stand Security Solutions Worldwide will conduct an audit of your security arrangements covering all aspects of your home and lifestyle. For more information contact us on 0845 130 4699.
