Caravan thefts are on the increase with nearly 3000 caravans stolen each year in the UK and according to Club Care Insurance figures, only 3% of these are ever recovered!
The crime prevention website give a range of strategies you can use to minimise the risk of caravan theft.
Improve your caravan security
- When parked or not in use lock the caravan in several ways using devices such as a hitchlock, locking wheel nuts, a wheel clamp, a wheel lock, ground anchors and steady locks. Visit the Sold Secure website for more information about caravan security devices. If using chains ensure they are very heavy duty – go to the Sold Secure site!
- Do consider fitting a tracking device
- Fit an alarm and use it whenever the caravan is vacated
- Consider installing a caravan safe
- Consider hiding several identifying RFID electronic tags around the caravan in case a thief removes the visible vehicle identification numbers (VINs). Most caravans will already be installed with RFID tags under the CRiS scheme – see below
- Windows, doors and rooflights should be closed and locked whenever the caravan is vacated. Consider supplementing any manufacturer’s fitted locks with additional locks if appropriate
- Do not leave paperwork relating to the caravan inside the caravan, such as the CRiS registration form as this can help a thief to sell it on
- Keep your caravan keys separate from the car keys and keep them on your person or when at home put them in an insurance rated safe
- Photographs of the interior and of identifying marks may be useful for later identification
- Ensure your CRiS registration details are kept up-to-date
- Make a note of serial numbers of equipment kept on-board
We only supply and fit anchors, locks and chains that have been approved to at least Silver level by Sold Secure. If you would like some free advice about your needs, please do have a look at our advice page.
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