Anti-Snap Locks

Anti-Snap Locks

Dear residents

Anti-snap locks are a security upgrade designed to prevent a common burglary method known as lock snapping, which targets vulnerable euro cylinder locks—especially on uPVC, composite, and aluminium doors.

🔓 What Is Lock Snapping?

Lock snapping involves applying force to the center of a euro cylinder lock to break it and expose the internal mechanism. Once exposed, burglars can manipulate the lock to open the door—often in under 30 seconds and with minimal tools or noise. [www.rjpark...mith.co.uk]

🛡️ How Anti-Snap Locks Work

Anti-snap locks are engineered with sacrificial snap lines and reinforced cores:

Sacrificial section: If attacked, the lock snaps in a controlled way at a designated point, leaving the internal mechanism intact.

Reinforced core: Protects the central cam from being accessed.

Anti-pick and anti-drill features: Many models include pins and materials that resist tampering. [www.thelon...iths.co.uk]

✅ How to Identify Anti-Snap Locks

Look for the British Standard Kitemark or a 3-star rating on the lock.

A locksmith can confirm by inspecting the cylinder for snap lines. [www.keytek.co.uk]

🔧 Installation & Cost

Anti-snap locks can be installed by professional locksmiths.

Costs typically start around £140, depending on the lock type and installation requirements. [www.keytek.co.uk]

📉 Impact on Crime

Since their introduction, anti-snap locks have helped reduce lock snapping-related burglaries significantly. In 2019, only 8.32% of UK burglaries involved this method, down from over 15% in 2011.

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