One third to a quarter of Australians are burgled at some stage in their lives. Around ten per cent of homes lack any kind of security tool – no alarms, security doors, or even peepholes on the doors. If you’re wondering about how well your home might score on a security assessment, use this list for a quick self-assessment. The results could surprise you into action and taking proactive measures to secure your home and contents.

1. Is Your House Highly Visible from the Street?

Is the house highly visible from the street? Where the front entrance is clearly visible from the street and can be easily seen by neighbours and passerby, you’ll be presenting a huge deterrence for would-be burglars. Burglars should feel exposed and unsafe.
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