A recent research report carried out by Brisant, makers of the popular Ultion door cylinder, has revealed some interesting results about door security and the factors that people deem important when choosing a new door for their home.
The chart
You can click below to download the full report as a PDF file, but to jump ahead a little bit, check out this very revealing chart:
Of the 671 people who responded to the polls, 573 said that the security of the door was the most important. Proof then that although other factors such as colour, design and hardware are becoming key USPs for a lot of companies, security remains a paramount concern for many people.
What is slightly saddening to see though is the obvious disregard for the environmental impact when choosing a new entrance door. The health of the planet we live on has been in serious focus in the past couple of months, yet, when it comes to our purchasing habits, we still don’t care what impacts on the environment they have.
Lock snapping
Here’s another chart from the report that should be of interest to everyone:
This part of the report asked over 300 locksmiths to respond, reporting that a massive 89% of reported forced entries were through locks that had been snapped.
I perhaps expected this to be a little lower, given the fact that lock snapping has become a well known issue now and that a rising proportion of doors have been fitted with better cylinders either retro-fitted or installed with brand news doors. I’m also surprised that more locks are being drilled than bumped or picked. You would imagine that if a burglar were to choose between the two, they would pick the quieter option.
Still, all of this goes to show that door security remains the most important factor for many home owners. Perhaps not as exciting as choosing a unique colour, or deciding on the funkiest door design possible. But when push comes to shove, a nice shade of blue with a brushed steel handle isn’t going to keep the burglars out. The locks do.
Some people may think that looks are more important than security,as I have spoken to a lot of people who know nothing about lock snapping,they feel if its not broken don’t fix it.
Ha ha
‘Lock manufacturer survey claims lock security is most important shock horror’ , wait till next week when Kolorseal produce a headline survey that shows colour is most important……… ;-)
Very surprised that more locksmiths were not called out to homes that have had their locks bumped – oh wait it’s non destructive and leaves no sign of entry so why would they!