A lot of crime is against cars, motorbikes and bicycles, including the theft of vehicles and theft from vehicles.  Most of it can be prevented.

• Keep your car keys somewhere out of sight in your home where they aren't visible from windows or doors.
• Lock the doors and close the windows and sun roof when you leave the car - for any length of time.
• Remove satellite navigation devices where possible.
• Number plates are often stolen for criminal use.  Use anti-theft screws, available from car accessory stores.

Theft from cars

When you park:

• Try to park somewhere open and well-lit.
• Lock up - including the boot.
• Remember to close the windows and sunroof.
• Do not leave anything on show in your car when you park - not even a coat or empty carrier bag.

Motor bikes, mopeds and scooters

• Always lock your bike and set the alarm if it has one.  Use a manual locking device such as an alarmed disc lock or a D lock.
• When leaving your bike for some time, try to lock it to something secure. Use parking infrastructure or anchorage points where available.
• At home, lock your bike away in a garage or shed.
• Any bike that can not be registered with Department of Transport can be registered with Bikelinc.

Boats

• Record all details of your boat and equipment - including serial numbers - and keep in a safe place.
• Mark any valuable items with an engraver or UV pen with your drivers licence number.
• Fit an anti theft device to your trailer.
• Fit a quality lock to your boat.
• Remove all valuable items from your boat when you leave it unattended, including all alcohol.
• Consider fitting a quality alarm to your boat.
• Take your keys with you when leaving the boat.
• Use a key float.