Crimes Hindered by Home Security Systems

Crime has been increasing across the nation, and Tennessee is no exception. But did you know that most Americans don’t have a home security system? That’s an amazing fact when you consider how well home security can protect you. 

Here, we’ll look at home security facts across the nation, how they compare to Nashville, and understand how effective home security systems are at keeping you safe.

Home Safety Statistics

Violent crime is up sharply over the past few years. In Nashville, WKRN reports that murder increased 7.1% between 2021 and 2022. But did you know that 49% of violent crimes happen at home? 

While violent crime has increased significantly since 2019, property crimes actually decreased between the years of 2020 and 2021. Far more people were at home because of remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic, so criminals were stealing less often thanks to high chances of being caught. In 2022, we saw a rise in crime now that criminals are making up for lost opportunities.

The most common crime burglars intend to commit when they unlawfully enter your home is theft. In 2023, more people are returning to work and school. With more unoccupied homes, burglaries are likely to increase again, driving the need for home security. Thankfully, today’s home security systems are far more advanced than the burglar alarms of the past.

These systems help prevent violent crime too. Most criminals prefer not to attack their victims when they know they’re on camera and a video is being sent to the cloud to be used as evidence.  

The Impact of Security Systems

The great thing about modern home security systems is that they offer protection from all types of crimes. These systems include:

  • Indoor cameras

  • Outdoor cameras

  • Window opening detectors

  • Door opening detectors

  • Glass break detectors

  • Motion detectors

  • And more

In 2023, home security systems are far more advanced and more affordable than they were just a few years ago. If a criminal wants to steal something from your yard, outdoor cameras will have you covered, picking up both sound and video. Most cameras also come equipped with night vision. Criminals now know their voices can identify them even if they’re wearing a ski mask.

If the criminal enters your home, they’ll need to come through a window or door. That’s when a system will detect them if it hasn’t already. If they somehow figure out a way to get in without going through these entry points, then motion detectors are reliable back up. 

Alarms Help Deter Burglars

Back in 2012, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte conducted the most prominent study of how well alarm systems deter burglars. We have listed some key facts from that study for you:

  • 80% of burglars look for a home security system before trying to break into a home

  • 60% of burglars won’t try to break into a home that has a security system

  • 50% will leave if an alarm goes off during a break-in

If alarm systems scared burglars so much in 2012, think about how much more of a deterrent today’s advanced home security systems are.

Investment in Your Safety

Though there is some variation from year to year, the average burglary cost the victims over $2,500. Most home security systems cost a fraction of that amount. But criminals can be far more expensive than the average burglary cost. Burglars may harm pets left at home alone, or if they unexpectedly find someone in the house, this property crime can easily turn into something violent. 

Considering these facts, it makes sense to invest in your safety and provide protection for you and your family. That’s before you consider how much peace of mind you’ll get from having a good home security system in place. 

At NCA Alarms, we provide families like yours with peace of mind at an affordable price. Contact us online or call us today at (615) 777-7622 for a free quote. We look forward to meeting you!

Horton Admin