Nobody wants to have their home violated by criminals. On top of the loss of property, there is the trauma associated with having your personal space invaded and there is also the potential for harm if the intruders are interrupted in the act.
It raises the question, is a home security system a necessary investment in 2021? To ensure your New South Wales home or business is completely secure, modern security systems with CCTV systems make a lot of sense.
In this article, we will explore the state of crime in Australia today and the effectiveness of home security systems in keeping your people and possessions safe from would-be criminals.
Break and Enter Offences are Unfortunately Common in Australia
We may feel safe in Australia compared to other nations, but according to data released by the New South Wales Government we have the second highest rate of break and enters in the world. Unfortunately, there are many opportunistic thieves out there looking for any chance they can take to steal your hard-earned possessions.
Around 4.3% of Aussie homes will experience a break-in (or an attempted break-in) every year - that is over 400,000 homes annually. Deterrence and prevention is always the best way to prevent becoming another statistic.
In New South Wales, the charge of 'enter a dwelling house with intent to commit a serious indictable offence' carries a maximum jail sentence of 10 years. Thieves are not going to risk a decade behind bars if they can sense an element of risk.
These criminals are looking for easy opportunities, keys left on the table, an open window, a car that has been left unlocked. They are far less likely to prey on a home with a visible deterrent against crime - like a home security system.
Not just any home security system, though. A survey has found that reformed criminals rated CCTV cameras and barking dogs as the leading deterrents that would prevent them from attempting to break into a home or business.
Technology has Changed Dramatically with Home Security Systems
We have all seen the grainy, unrecognisable stills taken from antiquated CCTV systems that do little to identify criminals. Fortunately, those days are well behind us.
Modern security systems use the latest in high-definition technology to deliver crystal clear vision. You can get cameras equipped with motion sensors, night vision and other features to ensure anyone trying to access your property will be identified by police.
You don’t have to worry about storage, either. In previous years CDs or other disposable mediums were used to store footage and they could easily be lost, stolen or broken. Today, you can use long-range digital recording drives with built-in hard drives or - even better - upload footage directly to the cloud. This effectively means you have unlimited storage.
You are also permanently connected to your home with modern security systems. Using your smartphone or other devices, you can check in at any time. This is not only great for your peace of mind but good for checking up on pets or other things at home during the day.
Modern Security Systems are Much More Affordable
Older systems were not only inferior, but the technology was expensive and meant many households and small businesses could not afford them. That has all changed and you can complete systems for almost any budget. Your decision is, what price would you put on the safety of your family or employees?
Advanced Security Group is available to install the latest in modern security solutions and CCTV cameras in Tamworth and other regional areas in New South Wales including Coffs Harbour, Gunnedah, Armidale, Forster, Taree, Kempsey, Port Macquarie and Grafton.
For more information or to organise a free quote, call us on 1300 130 618.
