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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. Good morning Beam Park Ward,
Please see some useful information on how to avoid becoming a victim of burglary, along with practical steps on what to do and who to contact if needed.
🔐 Burglary Prevention Tips
Here are some simple but effective ways to protect your home and belongings:
🏡 Secure Your Property
Always lock doors and windows, even if you’re just stepping out briefly.
Use British Standard (BS3621) locks on doors and secure window locks.
Install motion sensor lights around entry points to deter intruders.
Consider a doorbell camera or CCTV system for added protection.
🚪 Make Your Home Look Occupied
Use timers on lights or radios when you’re out or away on holiday.
Ask a trusted neighbour to collect post or park on your driveway.
Avoid announcing travel plans publicly on social media.
🚗 Protect Vehicles and Outbuildings
Don’t leave car keys near doors or windows – keep them out of sight.
Lock garages and sheds with strong padlocks.
Mark valuable items with a property marking system (e.g. UV pens or property registers).
📦 Be Delivery Smart
Don’t leave parcels visible on the doorstep.
Use secure delivery options or ask neighbours to take deliveries.
⚠️ If You Notice Suspicious Activity
Trust your instincts – if something doesn’t feel right, report it.
Take note of descriptions, locations, and times if it is safe to do so.
☎️ What To Do & Who To Call
In an emergency (crime in progress or immediate danger):
👉 Dial 999
Non-emergency situations (suspicious activity, past incidents):
👉 Call 101 or report online via the Metropolitan Police website
Anonymous information (if you prefer not to give your details):
👉 Contact Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111
🤝 Community Safety
Join or start a Neighbourhood Watch scheme.
Stay connected with your neighbours and local officers.
Share information and look out for one another.
Let’s work together to keep Beam Park Ward safe.
If you have any concerns or need advice, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your local policing team.
Stay safe 🚔
 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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