A Burglar’s Favourites: The Most Popular Items Stolen In Home Burglaries
The latest figures from the Crime Survey for England and Wales show that in 2015 there were just under 200,000 domestic burglaries. Wonder what was stolen the most often?
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02, 2018
Burglar alarms if you rent a property
Landlords have a legal responsibility to ensure that their properties are safe and secure. Yet that rarely translates into a burglar alarm system.
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01, 2018
Alarm systems for your elderly relatives
Elderly people often feel vulnerable and at risk of being targeted by criminals. They are targeted for certain types of crimes, often at their homes.
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11, 2017
How does burglary affect the victim?
Anyone who has been burgled will know that the impact of the crime runs far beyond the loss of belongings. The financial impact of burglary can be significant for many people, but the emotional stress that comes from being burgled often lasts much much longer.
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09, 2017
Are burglars simply opportunists?
How do burglars target property? We investigate whether burglars are simply opportunists with Brighton University's Criminology Professor, Peter Squires.
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08, 2017
Fire & Water Damage Across Homes In The UK
Fire and water can cause costly damage to UK homeowners, but it may surprise you to know just how many homes are affected. How can UK homeowners protect themselves against such an event?
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08, 2017
UK Crime Rates Soar: How Safe Is Your Property?
UK crime rates have increased significantly in the last decade, and falling police numbers add to the concern of UK home and business owners. We look at how you can protect your loved ones and your property from the everyday risk of burglary.
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06, 2017
Only 14 Arrests For Every 100 Burglaries In The UK
In 2017, despite our faith in police and investigative technology, only 14 arrests are made for every 100 burglaries in the UK. This shockingly low figure reflects the national average, and in some parts of the country the arrest rate is even lower; there are only seven arrests per 100 burglaries in the West Midlands, for example.
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05, 2017
How burglars use social media
According to a survey conducted by Admiral Insurance, 30% of social media users have mentioned a future holiday on their accounts, and 1 in 4 tag their location when travelling. 70% post photos on Instagram while away. An easy way for burglars to spot empty homes.
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02, 2017
Self defence law: Your rights against intruders
It's important to know your rights under self defence law. We debunk the myths and give clear examples of what you can and can't do. Read up and stay safe!
