Site & Perimeter Security Assessment
Before you spend on cameras and locks, read the site itself. Rate each item Good, Weak or Absent across the five areas to get a site-readiness score and a prioritised list of weaknesses to fix. Runs in your browser; nothing is saved.
Site & approach
How the plot sits on the street.
- The home is overlooked (not isolated) from the street or neighbourshigh impact
- There is a single, clear controlled approach to the entrance
- No hidden escape routes or unwatched access lanes at the rear/side
Neighbourhood & response
The context around the site.
- The street is well lit at night
- There is natural activity/footfall through the day and evening
- Help/police can reach the area quickly; neighbours are organised
Perimeter & boundary
The outer ring.
- Boundary wall/fence is sound and of adequate heighthigh impact
- No climb aids (bins, pipes, trees, sheds) beside the boundary
- A clear zone inside the boundary with no blind corners
Entry & exit points
Every way in and out.
- Every entry point is inventoried and secured to a good standardhigh impact
- Service/back doors and terrace/roof access are as secure as the front
- Exits allow safe, fast escape in an emergency (egress not blocked)high impact
Lighting & sightlines
What can be seen, and what can't.
- Entries and dark corners are lit (ideally motion-triggered)
- No major blind spots where someone could hide or work unseen
- Planting/structures do not screen doors, windows or cameras
Significant site weaknesses. Address the high-impact findings before spending on gadgets.
Weaknesses to fix
- 1Improve natural surveillance; avoid fully screened, isolated frontage. Learn how →
- 2Repair or raise weak, low or broken boundary sections. Learn how →
- 3List and harden all entries; do not leave secondary ones weak. Learn how →
- 4Never trap people: use quick-release/keyed-inside on escape routes. Learn how →
- 5Channel visitors to one controlled approach rather than several unwatched ones. Learn how →
- 6Close or watch rear/side lanes that offer an intruder a quiet way in and out. Learn how →
- 7Poor street lighting raises risk; coordinate with the RWA/municipality. Learn how →
+8 more once you clear these.
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