With the festive period fast approaching, Brits will begin shopping for gifts, decorating their houses and writing cards. However, they’re not the only ones gearing up for their busiest time of year – so are burglars.
During the winter dark hours and early sunsets, burglars have more time to rummage around a property with less risk of getting caught. According to LV= General Insurance (LV= GI), 67% of thefts claims reported last December were for home thefts, compared to 46% in the July. And with theft claims already up by 4% this year compared to last, there’s an even bigger risk of a holiday break-in.
On average, theft claims cost around £3,500 during the darker months of the year. Last December, bikes accounted for 45% of thefts, with audio and visual equipment at around 10% and tools at 9%. LV= has joined forces with ex-burglar, Michael Fraser to provide tips on how to prevent a break-in this festive season.
