Use Timer Switches: Set indoor lights and radios to turn on automatically in the evening.

Manage Deliveries: Cancel any newspaper or milk deliveries and ask a trusted neighbour to push mail fully through the letterbox so it doesn't pile up.

Social Media Privacy: Avoid posting about your trip out on public social media accounts until you return, as this can alert burglars to an empty home.

Secure Entry Points: Double-lock all doors and ensure side gates, sheds, and garages are bolted. 

Bentley Bridge Retail Park: Expect a high-visibility police presence to deter anti-social behaviour (ASB) and shop theft around the shopping centre and McDonald’s.

Public Safety: When out in busy areas, keep your phone and valuables out of sight to prevent snatch thefts, especially by offenders on bikes or mopeds.

Reporting Concerns: Use the WMP Online Contact Tool for non-emergencies or call 999 in an emergency. 

Don’t "Plonk" It: WMP is strictly enforcing parking to ensure pavements remain clear for pedestrians and pushchairs.

Lock Checks: Always manually check your car door handle after using a key fob to ensure the signal hasn't been blocked by a jammer.

Hide Valuables: Never leave shopping bags or electronics visible in your car; store them in the boot before you reach your destination.