Our Objectives
Help residents in the UK feel safe, secure and protected.
Enlighten our customers about the potential risks. To reduce crime while offering an effective deterrent via a monitored security service, protecting them and their families every day
Help to reduce the amount of wasted emergency services time by minimizing false activations.
Provide our customers with a 24 hour contact through a monitoring centre and key holders.
While overall crime rates are reported to be falling in some areas, the information below may help you understand the need for effective security measures and decide on what action you need to take.
You can find out more about this subject from the home office website www.crimereduction.homeoffice.gov.uk
National media reports state:
A burglary every 40 seconds
Britain is in the grip of an austerity crime-wave with two thirds rise in burglaries in parts of the country.
Taken from The Daily Mail Online 11th December 2011
BRITAIN was hit by THREE burglaries every two minutes last year as the number of break-ins soared.
There were 745,000 break-ins last year, up 94,000 in 12 months.
The 14 per cent rise took the number of burglaries to their highest level in seven years. The hike is believed to be fuelled by the recession and a rise in unemployment.
Crime and security minister James Brokenshire said: "We are not complacent. Crime is too high."
The Police Federation demanded the Coalition rethink their 20 percent cuts the UK forces.
Taken from The Sun on Friday 15th July 2011
Britain is in the grip of an austerity crime-wave with two thirds rise in burglaries in parts of the country.
Britain has been hit by an 'austerity crimewave', with burglary and robbery both on the rise, experts said last night.
Police figures reveal there were 9 per cent more burglaries in October this year than in December 2010.
Around three quarters of forces in England and Wales saw a rise in burglary numbers when the two months were compared.
Criminologist Professor Marian FitzGerald said: 'People are feeling the pinch with the loss of jobs and benefit cuts.
'Yet people want to maintain their levels of consumption, so they hunt for bargains.
'This increases the demand for stolen goods'.
Taken from The Daily Mail Online on 11th December 2011
10% rise in household burglary.
The 16-year fall in overall crime in England and Wales seems to have been halted by the impact of cuts and rising unemployment, with an apparent 10% rise in household burglary.
Paul McKeever, the chairman of the Police Federation of England and Wales, said: "The latest crimes statistics show that burglary and robbery continue to rise and, unfortunately, this comes as no surprise to us."
"Of particular concern is the rise in knife-related crime by some 7%. The statistics collated across England and Wales support a trend we were already seeing in London."
"We have warned again and again that property crime and robbery will rise during times of economic hardship, and today’s figures paint a bleak picture."
Jon Murphy, of the Association of Chief Police Officers, said the increase in robberies at knifepoint was partly driven by demand for mobile phones.
Taken from The Guardian on Thursday 20th October 2011
Fire Statistics
- The decreases in fire casualties and incidents are the result of successful fire safety and prevention activity.
- Provisional total number of fire fatalities in England 2011-2012 was 304 (8%) fewer than in 2010 - 2011.
- Provisional number of fatalities in England in accidental fires in 2011- 2012 was 187 (12%) fewer than in 2010- 2011.
- There were 4,277 non-fatal casualties in fires in England in 2011- 2012. This is 2% lower than in 2010 - 2011.
- In 2011- 2012 there was a total of 223,000 fires attended by Fire and Rescue Authorities in England which is 2% fewer than in 2010- 2011.
- Total number of false alarms attended in England fell by 9% in 2011- 2012.
Information collected from www.gov.co.uk
Smoke – Know the Facts
Most fires start at night and the real killer is smoke. If you are asleep and you don’t have a smoke alarm to wake you up, your chances of survival are virtually zero.
Information collected from www.direct.gov.uk
Carbon Monoxide – the Silent Killer
Recent analysis revealed the hidden toll, each year, from this dangerous invisible gas:
- 4,000 people go to A&E
- 200 people are hospitalised
- There are around 50 deaths in England and Wales
Information collected from www.dh.gov.uk/health/2011/11/co-poisoning
Identity Theft & Fraud
The impact on the UK economy from identity crime is estimated to be £2.7 billion per annum and it is believed that identity crime affects 1.8 million people every year.
Information collected from www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Practical advice for reducing crime in your area.
In 3 out of 10 burglaries, thieves do not have to use force. They get in through an open door or window. The following ‘top tips’ have been drawn up to help reduce the risk of burglary:
- 1. Windows - in just under one third (30%) of burglaries with entry, the thief gained access through an unlocked door or open window. Make sure doors and windows are locked particularly when leaving the house.
- 2. Lighting - leave a light on to give the impression there is someone at home. 58% of burglaries take place in the evening or night and 34% occur at the weekend. Time switches can be fitted to operate radios and lights when you are out.
- 3. When the clocks go back - this article looks at the increased risk of burglary during the winter months, and gives some information on what can be done to alleviate the risk. See the home office crime website.
- 4. Burglar Alarms - visible burglar alarms make burglars think twice.
- 5. Keys - never leave a spare key in a convenient hiding place such as under the doormat or in a flowerpot - a thief will look there first. Never leave keys near a window or door (thieves are increasingly stealing car keys so they can take cars.
- 6. Secure all doors - thieves are most likely to target doors when attempting to break in (67%). Check the condition of the frames, hinges and glass panels. Fit such devices as chains and door viewers. Patio doors will also need special fitted locks.
- 7. Garages and Sheds - are often left unlocked and may be full of tools ideal for breaking into the rest of the house. Fit sheds and garages with strong padlocks and ideally an alarm. Always lock ladders in the garage or shed to stop a thief using them.
- 8. Postcode your property - marked property can deter burglars because it is harder for a thief to sell on and may also help police secure a conviction.
- 9. Good Neighbours - if you see anyone acting suspiciously in your neighbourhood, call the police. Get in touch with your local Neighbourhood Watch scheme or form a new one in your area - see what they’re doing and how you can contribute.
- 10. Bogus callers - in 4% of burglaries thieves used false pretence to gain entry to a property. They are known as "distraction burglars" or "bogus callers", whose aim is to get into homes to distract people and steal their money or valuables. If you are unsure about the person at the door, do not let them in.
- 11. Insurance - insurance will relieve you of the financial worry of replacing stolen goods and many insurance companies offer reduced premiums for people with good home security
You can find out more about this subject from the home office website: www.crimereduction.homeoffice.gov.uk
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