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Residential Burglary Security products help to deter and detect crime Get Smart Security With Ring Doorbells, Cams & Security Systems
Mark It Make your valuables less attractive to thieves by using a police approved forensic marking solution only visible under Ultraviolet (UV) light. This can take the form of a special marker using ink or paint. Mark or etch your property with your postcode, house or flat number or the first three letters of your address. All of these measures help police identify stolen goods, making it harder for thieves to sell. So make your mark. For information on police approved marking products, visit the Secured by Design website. Property marking isn’t only for things like electrical items and bikes, you can also mark high value belongings like antiques. However, we recommend that you seek specialist advice. If you have forensically marked your property, tell the criminals about it. They will not want to steal your property if they think there is an increased chance of them getting caught with items that are stolen and identifiable. A good way of doing this is by using stickers or posters that are usually provided with the forensic marking kits.
Record it Register your property for free on Immobilise – it helps the police identify the owners of recovered property. Don't forget to add a serial number if it has one. Take photographs of valuable items (next to a ruler for items of jewellery), note down the serial numbers for tools or electrical items and keep documents like receipts related to your property so you can prove ownership.
Register your bike If you value your bike, then register it with accredited cycle registration database Bike Register and make sure it is marked to advertise this.
Keep It safe If you have high value items such as jewellery, watches, passports, credit cards, computer data and identification documents, you may want to consider storing them in a safe. There are two options – either a home safe or a safety deposit vault. Should you opt for a safe in your home, ensure it is fire rated. Home safes are also insurance rated according to the type and value of items designed to be placed inside, so check with your insurance company first to ensure you are adequately covered. Position the safe carefully so it won't be easily discovered. Don't place it in your bedroom as this is the first place a burglar will look. Be sure to effectively secure your safe by bolting it to a wall or floor. For more information on safes, see Secured by Design.
If you have a large amount of family gold or jewellery, you may want to consider using a safety deposit vault. This has the advantage of removing the risk of storing valuables in your own home and can also make your home less of a target to burglars. Contact your insurance company should you opt for this, as it may impact on your current policy and premium. The National Pawnbrokers Association can provide more information about safety deposit vaults in your area.
More crime prevention advice can be found on the Northamptonshire Police website and on the Neighbourhood Watch website. If you would like to contact your local policing team, search in the Your Area section of our website. You can also pass on information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
PCSO Michael Harrison C7072
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