Crime Prevention Advice



Crime reduction leaflets/advice
Advice to protect you, your home and money (2009) Opens in a new window
Advice booklet from Surrey County Council Trading Standards

Check your home security (2008) Opens in a new window
Practical advice from Surrey Police

Home Office guidance

The following resources have been produced by the Home Office to encourage proactive crime prevention within the community. To download any of the leaflets, simply click on the relevant title links.

Your Business - Keep Crime Out Of It Opens in a new window (Apr 07)
Basic advice on reducing business crime.
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Neighbourhood Watch Good Ideas Opens in a new window (Jul 06)
Good ideas and practices that have been adopted by Neighbourhood Watch and Home Watch groups.
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Keep an eye on bogus callers: a guide for carers and care professionals ( Opens in a new windowFeb 07)
Practical guidance for carers and care professionals on how to help prevent the person they are caring for become a victim of distraction burglary or other crimes.
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Keep safe: a guide for people with learning disabilities Opens in a new window (Apr 06)
Practical advice to help protect vulnerable households against distraction burglary.
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Be safe, be secure: your practical guide to crime reduction Opens in a new window (Jul 07)
Comprehensive crime prevention advice on protecting yourself, your family, home and possessions.
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Student survival guide Opens in a new window (Mar 07)
Comprehensive information for students on personal safety, how to reduce the risk of property theft, insurance and drugs.
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Steer clear of cycle theft Opens in a new window (Sept 06)
Security advice for bicycle owners.
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Steer clear of bike crime Opens in a new window (Sept 07)
Security advice for motorbike and scooter owners.
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A guide to home security Opens in a new window (Jul 07)
Practical advice for householders on how to make their home more secure.
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Keep It Safe, Keep It Hidden, Keep It Locked Opens in a new window (Apr 07)
Simple tips to protect against robbery, burglary and vehicle crime.
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Keeping children safe from sex offenders Opens in a new window (Jun 07)
This leaflet answers any concerns you may have about child sex offenders living in your community.
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Live Without Fear Opens in a new window (Nov 07)
Practical advice for victims of domestic abuse in Surrey Heath.
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