13/09/2010 01:24 PM
Homeowners should think about security fencing to deter possible garden burglaries, according to a new report.
A survey carried out by insurance firm More Than, revealed that 28 per cent of garden owners have suffered a theft in the last few years. And one third of all garden owners have no security measures in place at all.
Many homeowners ensure they keep items hidden away in garages and sheds, but often leave them unlocked, making them ripe for theft.
Commenting on the report, More Than's Pete Markey said: "It's concerning that half of Brits are essentially leaving their possessions "up for grabs". With £4 billion worth of garden furniture at stake, it really doesn't make sense."
The group said simple steps, like installing security fencing and metal gates, would offer significant protection against thieves. Other measures include tidying up and maintaining hedges, as thieves cannot take advantage of overgrown shrubs in which to hide.
Outdoor lighting can also provide protection.
Earlier this year the Association of British Insurers (ABI) predicted that, by the end of the summer, one in seven gardens will have been targeted by criminals.
A survey carried out by insurance firm More Than, revealed that 28 per cent of garden owners have suffered a theft in the last few years. And one third of all garden owners have no security measures in place at all.
Many homeowners ensure they keep items hidden away in garages and sheds, but often leave them unlocked, making them ripe for theft.
Commenting on the report, More Than's Pete Markey said: "It's concerning that half of Brits are essentially leaving their possessions "up for grabs". With £4 billion worth of garden furniture at stake, it really doesn't make sense."
The group said simple steps, like installing security fencing and metal gates, would offer significant protection against thieves. Other measures include tidying up and maintaining hedges, as thieves cannot take advantage of overgrown shrubs in which to hide.
Outdoor lighting can also provide protection.
Earlier this year the Association of British Insurers (ABI) predicted that, by the end of the summer, one in seven gardens will have been targeted by criminals.
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