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Crime Prevention Advice

Holiday and Festival Security

Are you going on holiday? If yes, think about the following:-  

·         Do not boast about your holiday on social networking sites until after you get back. Many burglars use these sites to identify “safe” targets.

·         Aim to make your home look as though someone is in; don't close the curtains in the day time it shows the house is empty.

•    Use automatic timer switches to turn your lights, TV or radio on.
• Royal Mail’s Keepsafe Service will for a small fee to hold your mail for up to two months and deliver it on your return, avoiding a pile of mail in the hall.
• Ask a neighbour or relative to keep an eye on your home for you, if possible park their car on your driveway.
• Don't put your home address on your luggage when you are travelling to your holiday destination.
• Ensure you lock all outside doors and windows & if you have one set your burglar alarm.

·         Remove obvious temptation ~ car keys hanging by the front door.

·         Prepare for the worst. If your computer were stolen, what might the consequences be? Back up and password protect.

·         Consider making a quick run-through around the house with a video recorder, listing off the valuables.

Or are you going to a summer festival?

·         If you don’t need it don’t take it. You don’t need to wear your expensive watch.

·         Keep your valuables split up. Money, phone etc. Keep cash secure and out of sight.

·         Drink plenty of water between alcoholic drinks. Don’t put yourself in a situation where you are not in full control.

·         Dress for the weather, Layers of clothing. Sunscreen/hats

·         Stay with your friends especially at night and stick to well lit paths.

·         Be aware of your surroundings ~ don’t wander around with headphones on.

·         Decide on a strategy if you do get lost. Where will you go to meet each other?

·         Move away from any anti-social/dangerous behaviour.

·         Don’t be a victim of peer pressure.  You don’t want to find yourself in court –  it could impact on your reputation, travel plans and employment prospects.

·         Ensure your car is left secure and any property out of sight.

·         Where possible use a ‘lock up’

·         Post code your property.