Bike theft rises in summer

With summer not so far away, more people will be using their bikes and these longer days means an increased risk of bike theft.  According to the home office, in the months of June, July and August bike theft rises by an extra 25%! Recent reports have already been made this year about the increasing problems with bike theft and many areas are struggling to tackle the crime. This is particularly notable in places where the number of cyclists is significantly higher than average, such as Cambridge where 52% of residents cycle at least once a week.

Top bike security tips to follow this summer:  

Bike security at home

·         Make sure your bike is covered by insurance

·         Invest in a secure bike shed

·         Don’t leave your bike unsecured in front of your home

·         Don’t store your bike in a shed which has windows

·         Use a ground anchor or shed alarm for additional security

Bike security when out and about

·         Lock your bike in a busy and well lit area

·         Try and leave your bike in an area with CCTV

·         Use 2 different types of lock

·         Make sure your bike is covered by insurance