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North Yorkshire Police recommend a mix of good habits, physical security, and visibility to reduce the risk of burglary. Key advice includes: Always lock doors and windows, even when at home or out briefly.Use quality door and window locks approved to security standards.Keep valuables out of sight from windows.Leave lights on timers when away to make the home appear occupied.Keep hedges and fences low at the front so neighbours can spot suspicious activity.Secure sheds and garages, especially tools that could help offenders break into homes.Avoid leaving packaging from expensive items outside your property.Consider property marking and registering valuables.Use exterior lighting and CCTV where appropriate.Make sure side gates are locked and gardens are secure.North Yorkshire Police also highlight that burglars are often opportunistic and prefer homes where they can work unseen or gain easy access. Holiday and absence adviceWhen away from home: Cancel regular deliveries or ask someone trusted to collect them.Ask neighbours to keep an eye on the property.Avoid advertising holidays publicly on social media.Use timer switches for lights and radios. Outside Your Property☐ Trim hedges and bushes to remove hiding places.
☐ Keep ladders and tools locked away.
☐ Dispose of packaging from expensive purchases discreetly.
☐ Consider CCTV or doorbell cameras where appropriate. Protecting Valuables☐ Mark and register valuable property.
☐ Keep serial numbers and photographs of valuables.
☐ Consider using a home safe for jewellery, passports and important documents. Report Suspicious ActivityEmergency: 999Non-emergency: 101Online reporting: www.northyorkshire.police.ukStay InformedSign up to North Yorkshire Community Messaging for local alerts and crime prevention updates:
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