Perimeter Security - ensure your doors and windows have good quality locks and are not left open, even when you are at home.

CCTV security cameras - Note that some CCTV cameras are ineffective in the dark, and as such you should consider day/night cameras which allow your CCTV system to be effective in the lowest of light conditions. Day/Night security cameras automatically change from colour during the day mode to clear black and white during night mode.

Security systems - Good security systems don't come cheap in the short term, invest in quality security systems which will deliver good service for many years and are likely to be cheaper in the long run.

Security Lighting - Improve your exterior lighting without blinding the neighbours. Ensure that exterior light (500W and above) are installed at high level to look downwards and give a larger area of coverage rather than pointing directly at persons.

Dummy security don't provide protection. Do not fool yourself thinking dummy CCTV camera and dummy alarm box can protect your property as the actual security systems. The weakness of such mentality is there to be exposed when the burglar calls!

Neighbourhood watch - Be a good neighbour and enjoy the benefits of good neighbourhood. If you see anyone acting suspiciously in your neighbourhood, call the police. Join a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme - there are now over 130,000 in this country. Anyone can start up a Watch - call your local police for details.