Dear resident,

your local neighbourhood policing team have been made aware of Town centre burglaries involving entry by breaking windows or doors.   

Your home or business is only as secure as its weakest point of entry. That’s why it’s so important to have doors and windows that are as secure as possible. 

Whether you run a business or live in a flat or a house, your front door will always tell a thief the levels of security surrounding your home. If it looks really secure and burglar-resistant, then they’ll think twice about trying to gain entry.

A locksmith belonging to the Master Locksmiths Association will check to see if your door is secure and made of solid timber or a robust composite. The locksmith can also reinforce the frame and check if the locks and hinges are British Standard approved.

Sliding patio doors are vulnerable to forced entry, so do check that yours have an anti-lift device fitted so they can’t be lifted out of the frame. Windows can be reinforced by using special film or by installing laminated panels.

For more information on securing your property visit:

Protecting your home from crime | Crime prevention | Thames Valley Police

Report all break-ins via 101 or online at www.thamesvalley.police.uk , always call 999 if crime in progress or you are at risk of harm.