Security doesn’t stop at the front gate or door to your home and there are certain things that you can do inside that may deter an offender and prevent you from becoming a victim of burglary.

Do you leave items such as car keys, money, jewellery, mobile phones or laptops on view?

If you have large amounts of jewellery in your home you could consider fitting a domestic safe, utilising deposit boxes at banks if available and marking your items with a DNA solution

Have you got your property marked around your home? There are many different products available to do this and your local Crime Prevention Officer will be able to advise further on the best options for you. You should also keep a written and photographic record of items of financial or sentimental value

Do you use timer switches to illuminate your home when it is left unoccupied?

Further information can be found here: www.westyorkshire.police.uk/advice/home-security/home-security