Whether it’s walking to the shops, getting fit in the local park or waiting to use the cash machine at the local convenience store, we want to feel safe while carrying out these actions. In saying that, recently we’ve heard various stories about people being robbed at gun point, women being assaulted as they try to get fit and even opportunistic theft, as masked people ‘snatch and grab’ handbags, laptops and wallets as people go about doing their daily business. Theft of any type can/and will leave most people traumatised often taking them months even years to overcome.

However, there is one crime that most people fear the most, the thought that someone has entered their personal space, looking through their personal possessions for items that can be easily sold on. One shocking statistic is that, every 37 seconds in Britain one house is burgled, that equates to over a million burglaries and attempted burglaries every year. Many people in Britain still have that “it will never happen to me” mentality when it comes to their homes as they “live in a good neighbourhood”, well thieves love home-owners like that, as they can often be seen as easy prey.

The other excuse that people use for not protecting their homes is that “modern house alarms can work out to be very expensive“, this can be true if you decide to go for the top of the range models with plenty of ‘extras’.

We at Crime Prevention Products believe that every home in Britain should have some kind of home security which will stop thieves simply walking in and out as they please. That’s why we stock an affordable range of home security products which will give you that extra peace of mind while your in or even out of your family home.

When it comes to protecting your property most people can install the latest home security measures such as wireless burglar alarms, window and door alarms and even security lights around your building. However, what about the residents that live in larger properties such as farm buildings or estates? The perfect solution would be to know that someone was approaching your property before your home alarm system was triggered.

Early warning systems such as driveway alarms are an ideal addition to any security measures that you have currently in your home. Driveway alarms are the ideal way to alert you that someone has entered your homes perimeter and is now heading towards your property, giving you the opportunity to assess the situation.

Here at Crime Prevention Products we have a number of driveway alarms which will detect and alert you that someone is approaching – no matter the size of your property.

It’s amazing to think how many people leave their homes everyday given no regard whatsoever to their home security. They simply close their front or back doors then head off thinking that their property is safe. “It’ll never happen to me!” That’s the attitude which some people take – unfortunately opportunistic theft does happen and all too often – even if you think you live in a safe neighbourhood.

As residents walk away from their unprotected homes they seen to forget that these contain a lifetime of memories including items that have been passed down from loved ones, as well as everyday items such as televisions, game consoles, jewellery and even cash. Losing all your precious possessions plus the crushing thought that someone has been in your home can be very distressing indeed to most families who have been burgled. In order to recover from a burglary you must first prepare your home to be burgled.

Here at Crime Prevention Products we believe that every home should be protected, that’s why we have a wide range of products that will make your home that little bit securer.

As the bells toll at midnight, on the last day of the year, many residents will be busy celebrating the start of another year, while others will contemplate and reflect on the one just past. Traditionally, in many parts of the country (such as Northern England and Scotland) it is custom for folks to head out and celebrate bringing in the New Year with their neighbours. With some homes lying empty there may be alternative motives for someone chapping your door. Opportunist thieves love nothing better than a home that looks unoccupied, and if you’re out ‘First Footing’ or spending New Year elsewhere, you can be assured these type of criminals will be in your home given the chance.

One of the most distressing times, in anyone’s life, is the experience of being burgled. The thought of someone unknown being in your home going through your personal possessions is a horrendous one. With Christmas just passed, there still may be kids toys and gifts laid out on the living room floor, all quick and easy targets for a burglar.

One of the best ways to decrease your chances of being burgled is to make them think that you’re still at home. Here at Crime Prevention Products we have a large selection of home security products including the ideal solution for making people believe you’re home is occupied – the Fake TV. Designed like a small lamp the powerful lights glow as if you’re still in the house watching your favourite after dark show.

Have a safe New Year!

As the dark winter nights begin to take grip some people will be thinking there is nothing better than cranking up their central heating systems and relaxing in front of their TV’s, whilst watching their favourite soaps. However, there are still the die-hard revellers, that no matter how bad the weather gets, they’ll still have to have their nights out.

Opportunistic thieves are a bit like the die-hard revellers, no matter the weather they’ll be out, scouring for a chance to make some easy money and they love nothing better than a house, sitting in a winters evening, with no lights on.

Every weekend thousands of people leave their homes unprotected thinking, “This is a safe street”, only to return and find their possessions gone and even more disturbingly being left with the feeling that some stranger has been in their home.

Crime Prevention Products have the perfect home security device that will fool a passing criminal into thinking that someone is inside a house, even when their not – The Fake TV! This small lamp glows and flickers just like your television would, given off the impression to someone passing by that you’re tucked up inside watching your favourite soap during these long winter nights.

As the nights begin to get darker a lot sooner, homeowners might start to think about beefing up their home security. This might entail purchasing a new home security alarm system, door & window locks and even personal alarms for their children if their out-and-about during the cold, late nights.

As the winter weather beats down on our shores many of us tend to blot out the conditions outside by turning the central heating temperature to tropical settings and get cosy in front of the TV, surf the web or just enjoy a good book. This is the season when we spend more time than any other indoors.

Unfortunately, as we descend into hybernation mode, opportunistic thieves love this time of year, as they can often prowl unnoticied around our premises seeking out that slightly ajar window or back door allowing them entry into your domain.

At Crime Prevention Products we stock a range of products that can help foil any attempt by an individual to steal, defraud or take advantage of you. The PIR Curtain Alarm is a great device which is designed to protect an open window or unlocked doorway by alerting you of an attempted entry. This product can also be used as a welcome chime, again alerting you that one of your family or friends has entered your premises.