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Safety Tips for Residents

Home Security

Basic Security Measures 

• Lock all doors and windows, and use multi-point or 5-leverr mortice locks on front and back doors.

• Lock side gates and maintain fences to make entry and exit to the back garden difficult.

• Keep valuables out of sight from windows.

• Install a spyhole on your front door.

Enhanced Security

• Consider installing an Alarm System, Video Doorbell and/or Floodlight Cameras. 

  • There are wireless DIY options nowadays that connect to your WiFi so are more affordable and easier to install. 

  • They can often be installed where the wiring to your existing doorbell or outdoor lights are.

  • Note, wireless WiFi cameras can be blocked with jammers for determined thieves but these will deter most thieves. 

• Use timer switches for lights when you're away.

• Install outdoor security floodlight with motion sensors.

• Mark valuables with your postcode using a UV pen.

When You're Away

• Cancel newspaper and milk deliveries.

• Ask a trusted neighbour to collect post and keep an eye on your home.

• Use timer switches to create the appearance someone is home.

• Don't advertise your absence on social media.

Car Crime   

• Always lock your vehicle and close all windows.

• Remove valuables or place them out of sight.

• Park in a well-lit area and in view of houses, where possible.  

• If your car has a wireless key, this could be hacked from inside your house so keep it in a Faraday Box and Faraday Pouch away from your car.   

Reporting Crime

• In an emergency always dial 999.

• In a non-emergency or if you have information regarding an incident, report it to the Police using the non-emergency number 101 or their online reporting tools at www.met.police.uk/.

• Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.