Security Advice

When moving house it is also really important to think about security. You are more likely to be burgled before and after your move so the Home Office has kindly supplied information to advice you on how to make your home and belongings more secure.

Moving House is a very exciting time, Don't let the dream become a nightmare.

Visit www.crimestatistics.org.uk for crime statistics in for your areas.

Redirecting your post. The Home Office Identity Fraud Steering Committee recommends that to reduce the risk of identity fraud when you move house, use Royal Mail's Redirection Service to direct your mail from your old address to your new one for at least a year. You can apply on-line by visiting Royal Mail Post Redirection, by phone 08457 740 740 or at your local Post Office. Allow 5 days for this to be set up.

Many thanks to the Home Office for the contribution of material.