Protect your Home & Belongings

Adur & Worthing Police

Being a victim of burglary can be deeply distressing and affect your sense of safety. Even one incident can impact an entire community. Here are some simple steps to help protect your home and belongings:

Inside your home:

• Always lock your doors, even when you're in.

• Consider installing a burglar alarm or CCTV.

• Keep windows closed or fit restrictors if left open. Strong locks make a big difference.

• Use timer switches to leave lights or radio on when you're out.

• Keep valuables and car keys out of sight and away from doors or letterboxes.

Outside your home:

• Lock away ladders and tools that could help someone break in.

• Keep sheds and garages locked.

• Trim back overgrown shrubs to remove hiding spots.

• Never leave spare keys in obvious places like under pots or in the letterbox.

• Secure side and back gates with locks that can’t be accessed from outside.

If you see or hear anything suspicious, please call us on 101. If someone is trying to break in, call 999 immediately.

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