Home burglary remains one of the most common crimes in Australia, with a clear rise in burglaries during the warmer months when people may be on holiday or leave windows and doors open to stay cool. Follow these simple tips to reduce the chances of a burglar getting their hands on your prized possessions.
Tips for preventing burglaries
What you can do to prevent burglaries
The following steps will help protect your home and contents, and make your property less attractive to opportunistic burglars:
- Always lock the doors and windows, even when you’re home.
- Leave spare keys with a trusted neighbour, friend or family member instead of outside the home in obvious locations, like under mats or flowerpots.
- Only let trusted family and friends know your holiday plans and avoid advertising your movements on social media.
- Consider installing an Australian Standard approved burglar alarm system to deter intruders.
- A security company monitoring your alarm will ensure an immediate response.
- Mark your property and take photos of your valuables. Keep a record of the details in a handy place.
- Use window stickers to warn that there’s an alarm system and that property is marked.
- Don’t open your door or provide access to your home without knowing who’s there. Remember to check the identity of any charity collectors or salespeople.
Make sure you have the right level of home and contents cover
Review your building and contents insurance regularly to ensure your level of cover suits your needs.
Use our home and contents calculator to estimate the value of your home and its contents.
Get further advice on making your home secure
Find the best security solutions to meet your needs with a free home security consultation and no-obligation quote from RAC Security.
Call 1300 360 504 or visit our website for useful information.
Call 1300 360 504 or visit our website for useful information.
Join Neighbourhood Watch
When you join Neighbourhood Watch you’ll receive regular emails from your local police about crime prevention and safety issues in your area. Visit nhwa.com.au or call +61 8 9222 1513.
If you’re already an online Neighbourhood Watch member, consider becoming a street representative.
For more information download our fact sheet.
