Winter Nights: Street Safety Tips

Winter Nights: Street Safety Tips

Let’s Keep Hounslow Safe Together This New Year!

As we step into 2026, the darker evenings and colder weather can create opportunities for crime—but together, we can prevent it. Here are some practical tips to help protect yourself, your home, and your belongings this winter:

🏠 Protect Your Home

Lock up before you leave: Always check doors and windows, even for short trips.

Light it up: Use timer switches to make your home look occupied.

Hide valuables: Keep jewellery, cash, and tech out of sight from windows.

🚗 Keep Your Vehicle Secure

Remove temptation: Never leave bags, phones, or sat-navs visible.

Lock and check: Always lock your car—even for quick stops.

Park smart: Choose well-lit, busy areas whenever possible.

🚶 Stay Safe on the Streets

Stay alert: Keep phones and valuables out of sight when walking.

Plan your route: Stick to well-lit streets and avoid isolated shortcuts.

Trust your instincts: If something feels wrong, move to a safe, busy place and seek help.

🚴 Beware of Snatch-and-Run Crimes

Criminals sometimes use bikes or scooters to grab phones, jewellery, or cash and make a quick getaway.

Hold it close: Keep your phone secure and avoid using it near the kerb.

Stay aware: Watch for riders approaching at speed—especially near junctions or busy pavements.

Report immediately: If you witness or experience this, call 999 in an emergency or 101 for non-emergencies.

Together, We Make Hounslow Safer

Your vigilance makes a real difference. Share these tips with family, friends, and neighbours. If you see something suspicious, report it—your information could prevent a crime.

Join the conversation on MetEngage and help us build a stronger, safer community.

Stay safe. Stay connected. Keep Hounslow safe.
Your actions today protect our community tomorrow.

Here are some helpful links -

https://www.met.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/wsi/watch-schemes-initiatives/neighbourhood-watch/

https://www.met.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/protect-home-crime/leaving-your-home-checklist/

https://www.met.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/protect-home-crime/residential-burglary-facts/

https://www.met.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/protect-home-crime/keep-burglars-out-property/

https://www.met.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/protect-home-crime/mark-your-property/

https://www.met.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/protect-home-crime/home-safes/

https://www.met.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/protect-home-crime/door-security-advice/

https://www.met.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/protect-home-crime/window-security/

https://www.met.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/protect-home-crime/how-safe-is-your-flat/