Warwickshire Police

-- BEATING THE BURGLARS

Three simple but effective steps to keep your home safe and secure

Step 1 - Look

Look at your home through the eyes of the burglar. Sometimes we make it very easy for them to get in - in two out of ten burglary cases the thieves don't even have to use force, they just get in through an open or unlocked door or window.

Step 2 - Identify

Identify your home's weak security spots as well as times when your home may be at its most vulnerable, such as at night or when you are away.

Safe homes graphic - illustration of houses in a street

Step 3 - Protect

Develop your individual home security action plan by using the information contained here.