Crime and victims
How you can prevent crime
Not all crime is preventable, but there are things you can do to make it much less likely that you'll be victimised.
Is your home as safe from burglars as it could be?
We want to keep burglary rates down, and we know you do too. So we've gathered lots of information on how thick your doors should be and what kind of locks are best, and put it all together.
You can even put a few facts about your own home into our online scorecard, and find out how secure experts think your property is.
Lock up!
Many of the steps suggested in this section are common sense, but they can make a real difference to your safety. By securing your home and property you can save yourself the distress and expense of crime, and make your community a safer and better place to live.
A burglar only needs to spot an open window, unlocked side gate or a cheap lock in order to make their move. Think about it – if you know your home security looks weak, so will a thief.
Many crimes are crimes of opportunity. Don't give thieves that chance. Working together, we can stop them.
Find out more:
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Find out what you can do to keep your property safe from burglars.
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Take a few actions to ensure that your journey is a safe one.
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Keep your vehicle safe with our handy crime prevention tips.
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Follow our advice and protect your bike from theft.
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Get help and advice about keeping yourself safe.
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Don't fall victim to bogus callers - keep them outside.
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Tips to help make sure your internet transactions are private.
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How to make sure your students days are safe ones.
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When the offer is too good to be true - hang up on them!
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A few simple actions can help you get your property back after a crime.
