Securing your home has become an increasing concern over time with people believing the days when you could leave your house wide open while you weren't home are long gone.
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According to Roy Morgan research, 58 per cent of Australians feel that crime is a growing problem in their community and 45 per cent feel less safe than they use to, however it's not all bad news.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), in 2018 there was a seven per cent decrease in home invasions across the country, the lowest since 2010 with over 12,000 fewer victims from the previous year, however it is not all good news. Cowra has a high rate of break and enters, twice the national average, and reported 121 incidents of break and enter over the past year, according to the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOSCAR), so it is important more than ever to secure your home.
Simple deterrents are a great way to make intruders think twice about breaking into your property. Motion sensor lighting, lockable gates and security stickers are quick yet effective methods that can help increase your safety, however the best option is to take real steps to protecting your home, valuables and family.
A great option is to replace screen doors and fly screens on windows with something more resistant. Products made from high tensile stainless steel retain their aesthetic features but are strong mesh that cannot be cut or easily removed, plus they still keep the bugs out.
Alarms and camera systems are becoming increasingly cheaper to install and can be easily accessed via your mobile phone so you can keep an eye on your property while you're away.
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Features such as motion activated recording and remote chat, which allows you to talk to people at your front door via your mobile no matter where you are, have become increasingly popular.
Cameras in particular not only discourage 'would be' thieves but they can also help catch them and have your property recovered should anything be stolen.
Don't forget there may be many items outside your home that could be stolen such as vehicles or tools. The Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research figures show that cars are most likely to be stolen from residential areas such as driveways or carports so always keep your vehicles and valuables locked up.
Remember to be proactive with security and whether you own your home or are just renting, contents insurance is always a good idea.
While items with sentimental value can often be hard to replace, a back up plan with insurance will allow you to replace any items should you suffer the misfortune of a break in.
