These 3 Security Camera Stats Will Make You Feel Safe!
Is Big Brother Watching You?
Security cameras seem to be everywhere.
Not just in homes and businesses, but on the streets, in public places, near our beaches, in hotels, on buses, trains and schools. It something we know yet don’t often think about. Even though ‘they seem to be everywhere’ they really aren’t! Much is still left to be done to keep everyone safe on the streets and in public places.
Crime happens and when security cameras record the crime, there is a much better chance of the criminals being caught and prosecuted then if there was no video evidence.
Security cameras help solve crimes.
Why You Need Home Security Cameras to Stay Safe!
If you are a home owner with a family, we know you want to keep your family safe. One way security cameras keep you safe is that security cameras serve as a deterrent to criminals.
Homes without security or alarm systems are up to 300% more likely to be broken into!
Add security cameras toy our home security system and those numbers go up even more! No criminal wants to be seen on camera committing a crime – so when they spot your cameras, they most likely will scram and go elsewhere. In the event a crime does happen, the video recording can help with finding and convicting the criminal(s).
85% of police officials surveyed believed that home monitoring systems help deter burglary attempts.
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Security cameras help prevent crimes.
Public Security Cameras and What They Pick up!
The efficacy of public security cameras varies and is largely dependent upon how the surveillance system is set up and how it is monitored, and by whom. If there are many cameras around in one area and police responds quickly when crime happens, crime rates go down immediately. If the cameras are ignored, crime rates don’t change and the cameras do nothing to increase safety and security.
Public security cameras can help reduce crime and help public officials catch criminals.
Here are 3 ways security cameras help keep you and yours safe; on the go and in your neighborhood!
? Public security cameras account for reduced crime rate in public places.
This includes public parks, public transportation, train stations, highways, tollroads etc.
? Public security cameras account for safer neighborhoods and reduced crime rates.
This includes stores, neighborhood parks and roads.
? Public security cameras account for reduced automobile theft and transit crimes.
This includes parking lots, parking garages, trains, trams, subways etc.
Criminals Do Not Like Security Cameras
This is one thing to remember; criminals do not like security cameras. They do not want to be caught on incriminating video. They will avoid the area, that neighborhood, that rain station, that business, that house if they know there are cameras around so it’s important to show and tell your cameras where appropriate!
I Live in a Safe Neighborhood; Do I Still Need a Security System?
How Do You Protect Your Home?
No matter what town or city you live in, some neighborhoods just have a better reputation than others. If you happen to be one of the lucky people to reside in a known ‘safe’ neighborhood, do you still need a security system for your home? What about if your neighborhood has a neighborhood watch, or a security patrol? How about if your neighborhood has a safety patrol as well as fences and 24/7 security guards at the gates?
These are questions we get asked often and today we will answer them for you!
What Do You Should Know About Your Neighborhood Security
If your neighborhood has a neighborhood watch, a security patrol, or security guards, more often than not these are ‘governed’ (and paid) through your homeowners association. To find answers and details about your neighborhood’s security, contacting your HOA is the first step we recommend. If you do not have an HOA or neighborhood watch, information about crime rates in your area should be available through your local police department.
From your HOA, you should be able to get details on
- hours of patrol
- where (specific route/streets) the patrols take place
- manpower
- security cameras
- neighborhood/community access restrictions
and more.
Details and stats on previous break-ins (cars and homes), vandalism and other issues should be recorded somewhere in the HOA meeting minutes if they have been discussed. We certainly recommend that your community management company is upfront and forthcoming with details about these issues as information becomes available.
For example, if there was a rash of overnight car break-ins, you’d want to know so you can double check your own vehicles that following night, correct? Does your HOA send out an email blast when this occurs? There has to be a way your HOA communicates with you and your neighbors about safety issues.
So step one is to find out how easy it is to get access to your community and neighborhood and what the crime rate is in your neighborhood.
Your Neighbors’ Security Habits
Next up, ask your direct neighbors about past crimes on your street and in your neighborhood. Especially if you are new to the neighborhood, getting this information is vital to your own security planning. We also recommend you not only ask your neighbors, but also watch their behavior.
- Do garages stay open all day, or do people keep them closed?
- Do your neighbors have dogs?
- Do your neighbors bring their garbage cans back to their house?
- Do your neighbors pick up their mail and newspapers daily?
- Do your neighbors have security company signs in their yards?
- Are there any strangers walking and driving around on your street?
- How many work vans and unmarked vehicles do you see on any given day on your street?
If it sounds and feels like your neighbors feels secure, you need to figure out what makes your own home feel secure to you.
If it sounds and feels like your neighbors don’t feel secure in your neighborhood, you not only need to address your home security, but also your neighborhood security with your HOA or local police department. We encourage you te get involved and be an active participant in your overall security. Protect the ones you love!
A Home Security System Gives You Peace of Mind
Whether you live in a 24/7 guarded neighborhood, or in a high crime neighborhood, break-ins happen, everywhere. To keep you and your loved ones safe, invest in a home security system and you have the peace of mind to know that help is on the way immediately if something were to happen to your home!
Talk to us if you aren’t sure what system to get for your (new) home.
If you are a first time home buyer, check out this Ultimate First-Time Home Owner Security Check List.
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