24/02/2026
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We've received numerous reports of burglaries and car-key thefts from across Bassetlaw.
That’s why we’re urging you to be particularly vigilant and consider practical measures to significantly reduce your risk of becoming a burglary target.
Opportunistic thieves will often look for easy targets, trying door handles and windows for quick access.
Make your property harder to access – here are some simple home security steps:
• Lock all doors and windows every time you leave the house.🔒
Don’t leave windows ajar because that might give space for someone to use a window to gain access.
• Remove keys from locks and keep them out of reach and out of sight from windows.🪟
•Ensure that good quality locks or bolts are fitted to all outside doors.
• Fitting a burglar alarm can help deter burglars. If you have one, make sure it’s set.🚨
• Don’t leave valuable items such as laptops and jewellery in view of windows.
Lock valuable items away in an approved domestic safe in your home and consider leaving important documents and valuable items with other family members if you’re going on holiday.🔐
• You can register your valuables online for free at The National Property Register to help improve the chances of being reunited with your valuables if they are stolen.
In an emergency, if you or someone else is in immediate danger, or if the crime is in progress, always call 999.
If you see anyone acting suspiciously in your neighbourhood call us on 101.
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 to report a crime or suspicious behaviour.
