The ABS found that while 75% of break-ins are reported to police, only 44% of attempted break-ins are.

This under-reporting means thousands of Victorians live in properties already marked by burglars — without acting on the warning.

Why People Don’t Report

• Belief that “nothing was taken.”
• Damage appears minor.
• Lack of confidence that reporting will help.

Why You Should Act Anyway

• An attempt shows your home was targeted.
• Criminals may come back.
• Locksmith upgrades can turn a vulnerable property into a secure one.

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How Locksman Can Help

Across all these scenarios, the lesson is clear: statistics prove that burglary and attempted burglary remain a major issue in Victoria. Locksmiths are the first and most important step in protecting your property.

At Locksman, we provide:

• Emergency lockouts
• Lock repairs and replacements
• Rekeying services
• Deadbolt and high-security installations
• Security audits

Serving Malvern, Malvern East, Armadale, Glen Iris, Toorak, Hawthorn, Caulfield, Kooyong, South Yarra, and beyond, we’re ready to help secure your home or business.

Call us today on 0439 891 174 or 1300 569 626, or visit locksman.com.au.