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Advice on how to Prevent Crime and Stay Safe

Crime Prevention is the first line of defence in protecting yourselves against crime. If you are careful and follow some of the suggested crime prevention techniques this will help reduce the risk of a crime happening to you.

Crime Prevention does not need to cost any money. Simple methods like simply checking all windows and doors are close and locked every time you leave the house will deter an opportunist criminal.

For crime prevention advice on how you can protect yourselves against crime please select one of the links below:
Crime Reduction - Home and Property Security
Crime Reduction - Personal Safety
Crime Reduction - Mobile Phone
Crime Reduction - Vehicle Crime
Crime Reduction - Crime Prevention Advice for Retailers
Crime Reduction - Practical Guide to Crime Prevention
Crime Reduction - Garden Related Crime

For further information please visit the Home Office Crime Reduction website.

You can also request a copy of 'StaySafe' which gives handy tips on crime prevention and useful contact numbers for support services, by phoning: 0191 3708739, or by e-mail: Community Safety