Autumn Burglary Prevention Advice

🎃Autumn Burglary Prevention Advice🏠

Sevenoaks & Swanley District

As the nights draw in and the days get shorter, we often see a rise in burglaries— Home, Garages, Sheds, and Outbuildings.

Help protect your home and belongings by following these simple steps:

Secure Your Property

• Lock all windows and doors before going out or to bed.
• Install intruder alarms, door chains, and additional locks.
• Never label your house keys—if lost, they could be misused.

Keep Valuables Out of Sight

• Don’t leave keys or valuables near doors or windows.
• Dispose of packaging carefully—empty boxes can advertise new purchases.

Secure the Outside

• Check fences, hedges, and gates are in good condition.
• Keep side gates closed and locked.
• Store ladders, tools, and garden equipment securely.
• Lock and alarm garages and sheds where possible.
• Store bins securely so they can’t be used to climb.

Lighting

• Consider installing external security lighting—just ensure it doesn’t disturb neighbours.

Be Smart with Spare Keys

• Never hide spare keys outside or in sheds.

For further Crime Prevention Advice:

Kent Against Burglary | Kent Police

📹CCTV Registry:

You can also register your doorbell or security cameras via the Kent and Essex CCTV Registry. This enables us to contact you should we need video footage to support an investigation and helps us to keep your area safe. For more information or to register your cameras, please visit: www.cctvregistrykentandessex.co.uk

PC COSTIN

Message Sent By
Tom Costin
(Kent Police, Police Constable, Sevenoaks Neighbourhood Beat Officer)