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Home security

Home owner speaking to man on doorstep

Although burglary isn't very common, it makes sense to take precautions. There are many simple and effective ways you can improve your home security and you can get help to put measures in place.

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Tips for a secure home

Your doors and windows

Ways to improve your door and window security

Outside your home

Boundaries, burglar alarms, CCTV and other deterrents

Security when you're not at home

How to protect your property if you go away

If you've been burgled

What to do and where you can get support

Antisocial behaviour

What you can do if you're affected

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