Community Safety Update – Burglary Prevention Advice (Hampstead Town)

Dear Resident,

We are writing to inform you of a recent increase in residential burglaries within the Hampstead Town area, where suspects have targeted properties and taken valuable items.  Recent reports show items such as jewellery, watches, cash, handbags, laptops, mobile phones, and important personal documents including passports, bank cards and identification documents have been stolen.

We understand this may cause concern. Please be reassured that your local Safer Neighbourhood Team is actively addressing this, with targeted patrols in burglary hotspots, daily tasking of officers, and ongoing enquiries to identify and arrest those responsible.

Research shows that offenders often return to areas where they have previously been successful. For this reason, we are sharing some practical advice to help you protect your home and assist us in preventing further offences.

What you can do to protect your property

It does not take much to deter offenders—small steps can make a big difference:

Security measures

For further advice, please visit:
www.met.police.uk/burglary

Know your neighbours

A strong community helps prevent crime:

Register your valuables

We strongly recommend registering valuable items with serial numbers:

This can help police return recovered property and supports investigations.

Report suspicious activity

If you see anything suspicious, please report it. Your information may be vital in preventing crime or identifying offenders.

Your support is essential in helping keep Hampstead Town safe. Please remain vigilant and report any concerns—if something does not feel right, it is always best to let us know.