Burglars

Here's some advice about how to keep burglars out of your property, which is available on the Kent Police website at the following link: Keep burglars out of your property | Kent Police

The following 'facts about burglars' will provide some insight into how they work and what you can do to deter them.

Facts about burglars

· Burglars target homes that they think will contain valuables. A sure giveaway is leaving packaging from expensive items outside your front door

· Burglars often look for homes with windows or doors left open or with vulnerable features that they can exploit.

· Burglars are aware of the times when someone is expected to be away from their house such as during the school run or holidays

· Burglars typically do not want to be seen or heard and if they feel that they would be noticed by a neighbour or passer-by then they are more likely to feel exposed and may move on to find somewhere else to burgle

· Burglars often choose a home because they’ve spotted a specific vehicle, motorcycle or bicycle they want to steal – and the keys are more than likely to be inside the residence

· Sheds and garages are often vulnerable as they are not that secure and contain tools which the burglar can use to assist them to gain entry to a home

· It’s a fact that many burglars return to homes that they’ve previously burgled because the homeowner failed to upgrade security following the first burglary. They sometimes return to an area to try to burgle a nearby home that they spotted while committing a previous break in. Even more reason for you to ensure you keep your home as safe as house