SGIO Find Western Australian Renters an Easier Target for Thieves
Many WA renters could be easier targets for thieves because they lack decent home security, according to new research* by SGIO.
Perth, WA (PRWEB) June 18, 2009 -- In a recent survey commissioned by home insurance provider SGIO, one in three renters reported they had no significant security measures, such as deadlocks on doors and windows, alarms and sensor lights.
According to the research, just over half of renters had deadlocks (59%), compared with nearly three quarters of home owners (71%). Just over one in ten renters had a security alarm (16%) compared with about one in three home owners (30%).
SGIO State Manager Colin Tierney said the findings were a concern, especially given that renters were significantly more likely to experience a burglary than homeowners.**
"Thieves are generally opportunistic, so they will usually target homes with lower levels of security," Mr Tierney said.
"The rental market is competitive, but if renters are uncomfortable with their level of home security, they can consider negotiating improvements as part of their lease agreement."
Mr Tierney said that despite the increased risk of burglary, a greater proportion of WA renters (52%) had no home contents insurance than in other states in Australia.
"Half of WA renters surveyed (50%) who did not have contents insurance claimed they could afford it, but preferred to spend money on other things," Mr Tierney said.
"We don't always appreciate the value of everything we own, particularly clothing and electronic equipment such as laptops, cameras, MP3 players and game consoles," he said.
"SGIO claims data shows that digital cameras, MP3 players and game consoles are becoming as popular with thieves as the traditional targets of cash, purses, handbags or wallets."
Mr Tierney said security alarms were now also a more cost effective and legitimate option for renters.
"Many security providers now supply wireless alarms, which are easy to install and can be packed up, so you can take the alarm with you as you move," he added.
*Based on research commissioned by SGIO in February 2009.
** Based on SGIO home insurance claims data.
Insurance Australia Limited ABN 11 000 016 722 trading as SGIO
For many insurance products a Product Disclosure Statement is available from SGIO which you should consider before making decisions about those products.
Insurance issued by Insurance Australia Limited trading as SGIO 46 Colin St, West Perth, Western Australia 6005 .sgio.com.au
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