Property Safety - Crime Prevention - Surrey Police

Property Safety

Your Home

A burglar breaking inMost burglaries are committed by opportunist thieves. In two out of ten burglaries, they don't even have to use force - they get in through an open door or window. Make it difficult for the burglar, don't do them a favour. Find out more about protecting your home.

Business Crime

Broken windowBusinesses are key targets for criminals, and the affects of crime against them can be devastating. There are a number of measures to help prevent crime, all of which need to be approached through controlled business strategies. Read about them in more detail here.

Your Possessions

DVD playerThe best way to protect your things is to ensure you have good home security. But if a thief did manage to get in and steal things, could you describe them fully and accurately to the police? Postcoding your property can help deter the thieves. Read about how to keep your possessions more secure.

Your Car

An abandoned carApart from your home, your car is probably the most valuable thing you own. And yet it´s also the one most at risk. Car crime is now a problem that affects us all, no matter where we live. Help prevent yourself becoming a victim of car crime.

     

Useful Links

If you'd like further information on or help with Property Safety, please check out some of the links below:

     
     

SurPol Keyholder Database

SurPol Keyholders logo The SurPol Keyholder database is a secure system which allows Surrey home and business owners to register details of keyholders to their property, so that Surrey Police can gain access in the event of an emergency.

     
     

Leaflets and Information

Image of reading glassesThe Home Office web site offers information on a variety of Crime Reduction matters, including statistics, policies, advice and published material.