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I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Happy Sunday everyone. Just wanted to share a quick (and important) heads‑up.
Recently, neighbouring areas have reported a number of burglaries where thieves have been specifically targeting homes they believe contain high‑value gold, jewellery, and cash. While there’s no need to panic, it is a good time for all of us to stay alert, look out for one another, and give our home security a little extra love.
To help keep our community safe, here are some simple but effective tips:
🔐 Keep Valuables Out of Sight
Store gold, jewellery, and cash in a safe that’s well‑secured and not easily findable or preferably not at home at all. Use a safe at a bank or another trusted secure location. Avoid leaving boxes or packaging that hints at valuables in plain view.
💡 Let There Be Light
Use timers for indoor lights if you’re out, and make sure outdoor lighting is working—nothing puts off a burglar like a spotlight!
📸 CCTV & Doorbell Cameras
If you have them, make sure they’re working and positioned well. Even a visible camera or a doorbell cam can be a strong deterrent.
🚪 Lock Up Like a Pro
Double‑lock doors, secure windows, and don’t leave keys where they can be reached or spotted. It’s amazing how often burglars simply try their luck with an unlocked door. Place motion sensor alarms at every entry point (downstair entry/exit doors and windows). They cost between £5-£10 online.
👀 Look Out for Anything Unusual
Suspicious behaviour? Unknown cars lingering? Someone paying too much attention to houses? Trust your instincts and report it.
🤝 Community Watchfulness
Chat with neighbours, share updates, and keep an eye on each other’s places—burglars don’t stand a chance against a switched‑on community!
We know topics like this can feel a bit worrying, but remember: awareness is our superpower, and by taking a few simple steps, we can help keep our neighbourhood safe and sound.
If you spot anything concerning, don’t hesitate to report it. And as always, we’ll keep you updated with any new information.
Stay safe, stay smart, and stay brilliant!
 While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you: Double lock your door every time you leave the house If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access. Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows. Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through. If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house. Make sure all valuables are out of sight. Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps. In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on. Set your burglar alarm Lock your shed or garage Mark, register or record your valuables.
Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe. If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. Get Involved Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
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