Back Door Security: Manchester's Most Vulnerable Entry Point
Manchester burglars often target the back door because it's less visible and frequently less secure than the front. Don't neglect it.
When Manchester homeowners think about security, they typically focus on the front door. But statistically, the back door is the most common point of entry for burglars. It's less visible, often less secure, and sometimes left unlocked.
Why back doors are vulnerable in Manchester:
1. Less visible: Back doors are hidden from the street and neighbours 2. Lower quality locks: Many homes have inferior locks on back doors 3. Left unlocked: The back door is often left unlocked during the day for garden access 4. Weaker construction: Some back doors are lighter-weight than front doors 5. Pet flaps: Cat flaps can be exploited to reach the lock
How to secure your Manchester back door:
The same standard as your front door: Your back door should have exactly the same quality of locks as your front door. This means:- BS3621 deadlock (wooden doors)- Anti-snap euro cylinder (UPVC/composite)- Deadlocking nightlatch or multipoint lock- Security bolts top and bottom- Hinge bolts
Additional back door security:
- Door viewer: Not usually fitted to back doors but very useful- Motion-activated lighting: Illuminate the rear approach- Gate locks: Secure side gate access to prevent rear entry- Cat flap security: If you have a pet flap, ensure it can't be used to reach the lock or handle
The back door routine:
Develop a habit of: 1. Locking the back door every time you come inside 2. Checking the back door is locked before bed 3. Not leaving keys in the back door lock 4. Locking the back door even when you're in the garden
Call Great Manchester Locksmiths on 07949 139 475 for back door security upgrades across Manchester.
About Manchester — Why This Matters Locally
Manchester is one of the UK's largest and most diverse cities, with over 2.8 million people across Greater Manchester and some of the highest burglary rates in England. The advice in this article is specifically relevant to Manchester homeowners because of the unique mix of property types, demographics, and security challenges found across the city.
Whether you live in a Victorian terrace in Chorlton, a student house in Fallowfield, a semi-detached in Prestwich, or a city centre apartment — the security challenges are real and the solutions need to be tailored to your specific situation and neighbourhood.
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