Is your business in one of them?
According to 7 News, Fortitude Valley continues to be one of Brisbane’s hottest night spots. And now, no surprise, one of its crime hotspots. Particularly they say, when it comes to drugs, theft and assault. But those crimes are not only taking place in homes. Businesses in the area are also taking a hit. What do these areas have in common? Most are near train stations that offer criminals quick access in and quick access out.
Here is the breakdown of the areas of Brisbane with the most reported crimes from worse to only slightly better:
4006 Postcode
Bowen Hills
Newstead
Herston
Fortitude Valley
4101 Postcode
Highgate Hill
South Brisbane
South Bank
West End
4122 Postcode
Mansfield
Mount Gravatt
Upper Mount Gravatt
Wishart
4077 Postcode
Doolandella
Durack
Inala
Richlands
4034 Postcode
Aspley
Boondall
Carseldine
Geebung
Zillmere
In a previous blog we answered the question, ‘Are small businesses more vulnerable to crime?’ And the answer is still yes. Small businesses are looked at as big targets to criminals. Both inside and outside. It’s important for business owners of all sizes to remember that employees can sometimes turn on their employers by stealing or damaging property.
Unlike large corporations with massive security solutions, many small businesses have no systems at all. Or, if they do, they aren’t up for the job.
So how can you protect yourself? If you don’t have an access control CCTV security solution, that’s the place to start. The fact is that criminals who simply see a security camera outside your building are more apt to move on by than if they don’t. So the simple fact that you have a system is already a deterrent.
Not only will a CCTV solution immediately improve your security, it will also strengthen your liability confidence. The most common systems include a recording device. So you have all the evidence you need in your hands if or when something happens and you may find yourself liable.
Are you ready to protect yourself?
Unfortunately, crime is here to stay. In fact, as you can see from the reports above, it seems to be continually on the rise. So much so that small businesses, especially in the above mentioned suburbs, must take matters into their own hands and protect themselves. Your first step should be with Four Walls Security. We can help you find a reliable and affordable access control CCTV security system that will meet your needs and protect you and your business.
We are experts when it comes to access control and CCTV solutions. Contact us for a free, no obligation quote today.