There are a number of things you can do to feel safer and more secure in your home, for example:

• Fit window locks to all your windows
• Join or set up a Neighbourhood Watch scheme on your street or estate
• Report suspicious characters to the police (telephone Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111)
• Don't leave valuables (e.g. mobile phones or money) on a window-sill or where they can be seen from outside

Going on holiday?

Be sure to:

• Cancel milk and paper deliveries until you return
• Ask a neighbour to keep an eye on your house
• Use a timer switch to make lights come on at certain times whilst you are away
• Remember to tell us if you are going to be away for longer than four weeks