Burglar Alarms and Crime Reduction
Burglar alarms work. Anti-crime schemes across the UK prove that burglar alarms are an effective deterrent to criminals. Community projects such as the Safe and Secure Homes Scheme saw burglar alarms fitted to the homes of elderly and disabled people on local estates, which resulted in a cut in burglaries by almost 80% according to the BBC.
Burglar Alarms cut Crime
Burglar alarms not only help protect the vulnerable in society who can be easily targeted by criminals, they can also help previous victims of crime. The aim of many community and neighbourhood schemes is to cut burglaries by a quarter and help residents feel safer and more secure in their own homes. Feeling safe in your own home is considered a basic human right and burglar alarms can help generate the peace of mind for victims of crime and the vulnerable.
Burglar alarms make all the difference
The fear of crime, especially if you've been burgled in the past, can be debilitating. The evidence from anti-crime schemes that use burglar alarms and neighbourhood watch schemes shows the impact on people's lives is incredibly positive. Feeling safe is vital to feeling comfortable and happy in a home and community.
Stop thieves
It's unfortunate however that thieves continue to find new ways of committing crime. Although many homes can now benefit from state-of-the-art burglar alarms with instant police response, reports show that thieves are now targeting sheds. Valuable gardening materials are being taken and more people are using their sheds as storage for items such as expensive golf clubs, fishing tackle and bicycles. Sheds are even used as office space by some as house prices are so high and space often compromised. The humble shed has therefore become an increasingly easy target. Police in Leicestershire distributed free burglar alarms for residents whose shed has been broken into after a marked increase in shed break-ins – particularly in the summer months.
Burglar alarms reduce the risk
A few simple steps, such as ensuring all windows and doors are closed and locked and fitting a burglar alarm is all it takes to reduce the risk. In Aston, the Aston Pride Community Safety Team saw burglaries reduce to an all time low after five hundred burglar alarms were installed in homes and businesses across the town. Wireless technology means burglar alarms can now be fitted with personal panic buttons connected to the police, which can be of particular comfort for the elderly.
A COP Alarm can provide 24 hour protection for your residence or business with the emergency services on hand to respond in the event of any incident. We are focused on hnelping you to feel safe in your environment so that you have complete peace of mind. Established in 1994, with expertise in the IT industry and security trade,we specialise in high-end security solutions. For state of the art technology, including burglar alarms, our systems comply with British and European standards and offer a top level service at highly competitive prices. To find out how we can help you, telephone 0800 118 5 999 or Email: info@copalarms.co.uk. You can also contact us here here by filling out our online enquiry form.
