The number of burglaries in Dublin has jumped by 13% between 2021 and 2022.
Last year there were 4,048 burglaries across the capital, according to Phonewatch. Overall Meath saw a 10% increase of burglaries and homeowners are being urged to remain vigilant.
The highest increase of burglaries was 34% in Wicklow while Kildare saw a 26% increase and Wicklow saw 16%. Phonewatch have issued tips and tricks for homeowners to keep their properties safe.