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Theft From Vehicles: The Latest UK Numbers and How to Reduce Risk

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Theft From Vehicles: The Latest UK Numbers and How to Reduce Risk

Theft from vehicles targets the items left inside rather than the vehicle itself. It remains one of the most common vehicle-related crimes in the UK.

The latest UK figures

  • Police recorded 181,608 thefts from a vehicle in the year ending December 2024.
  • The same period saw 364,208 vehicle-related theft offences recorded by police.
  • The CSEW estimates 695,000 vehicle-related theft incidents overall.

    • Why it matters

    Theft from vehicles is often opportunistic. A visible bag or device can be enough to trigger a quick break-in, and the damage to doors or windows adds to the cost.

    How Is Everything Safe helps

  • Keep receipts, serial numbers, and photos in one place
  • Store insurance documents for fast claims
  • Use QR labels to improve recovery odds

    • Reduce your risk

  • Keep valuables out of sight before you park
  • Avoid leaving anything in the cabin overnight
  • Remove mounts or cables that signal expensive kit
  • Park in well-lit areas where possible

    • Sources

  • https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/crime-and-policing-bill-2025-factsheets/crime-and-policing-bill-serious-crime-factsheet

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