In the “Cologne Study 2011” (Kölner Studie 2011), published by the Cologne Police, there are exciting facts that impressively prove how important a cleverly thought-out perimeter protection system is as burglary protection.
Regarding the question of which security measures cause burglars to fail, there are the following results: 58% of burglaries are prevented by window locks, 25% of burglary attempts fail due to additionally installed door security devices. Other security measures, such as alarm systems or dogs, deter 17% of perpetrators.

The number of installed security measures is steadily increasing. For instance, 25.38% of home or apartment owners have invested in mushroom cam-locking systems (Pilzkopfverriegelungen), 4.73% in armored crossbar locks (Querriegelschlösser), and 6.88% in multi-point locking systems (Mehrpunktverriegelungen).

We at Amper Schlüsseldienst in Munich see our educational work confirmed by these encouraging figures!

In the “Cologne Study 2011” on which we rely here, burglary-resistant structural measures were evaluated and statistically recorded for the first time. Through tested burglary-resistant doors and windows, 4.3% and 6.45% of burglary attempts respectively could be warded off.

The study shows what is called an “unpleasant aspect” when it comes to the number of false alarms. In 2011, the Cologne Police had to respond no fewer than 3,500 times to operations triggered by false alarms from alarm systems. The reason for these false alarms is primarily the poor quality of the alarm systems, completely inadequate system planning, amateurish installation, and often the incorrect operation of the system.

In this area, it really pays off to consult a professional for security technology! The experts from Amper Schlüsseldienst in Munich know what matters. Arrange a non-binding consultation appointment!