--- title: "Burglary Is the Most Common Crime in Kenya | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/burglary-most-common-crime-kenya-protect-your-home description: "A national TIFA survey found residential break-ins made up a quarter of the crimes people reported: ten layered steps that make a home harder to enter. Live prices, free Nairobi delivery over KES 5,000 and 7-day returns." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/burglary-most-common-crime-kenya-protect-your-home for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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Silence is exactly what a burglar is counting on. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Burglary is among the most common crimes reported. - Fix fence holes and weak gates first. - Lights, locks, cameras and alarms work as layers. Quick answer A TIFA national survey released in September 2026 found that residential break-ins and burglaries made up about 25 per cent of the crimes respondents experienced, and an earlier NCRC study ranked burglary first. Protection works in layers: fix the fence and gate, light the entrances, use strong locks, add cameras and an alarm, and keep valuables out of sight. [Photo: Yosuke Ota / Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/y2eGi21ySKs) Why this matters now ## Each unprotected night is a night the first warning is the damage. ### If you wait - Intruders move through the house unheard - You find out in the morning - Valuables in reach for as long as they like ### What you get - Sensors on the doors and windows that matter - A siren that sounds at once - Alerts to the people who can act [Dahua HDCVI 2MP Dome](/products/dahua-hdcvi-2mp-dome-camera-14357 "Dahua HDCVI 2MP Dome Camera")[Electric Fence Alarm Siren](/products/electric-fence-alarm-siren-120db-outdoor-96 "Electric Fence Alarm Siren 120dB Outdoor")[Nemtek Merlin 1 Zone](/products/nemtek-merlin-1-zone-keypad-3694 "Nemtek Merlin 1 Zone Keypad") [Get my free quote on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244?text=Hi%20Qyvea%2C%20I%20read%20your%20guide%3A%20Burglary%20Is%20the%20Most%20Common%20Crime%20in%20Kenya%3A%2010%20Ways%20to%20Protect%20Your%20Home.%20I%20want%20a%20burglar%20alarm%20sorted.%20Can%20you%20help%3F)Reply usually within 30 minutes. Free site survey in Nairobi and nearby counties. Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Burglary is among the most common crimes reported. - Fix fence holes and weak gates first. - Lights, locks, cameras and alarms work as layers. - Keep valuables out of view. ## What to look for before you buy 1. **Fence and gate**: Repair holes and weak hinges. 2. **Lighting**: Entrances, sides and the back. 3. **Locks**: Quality locks on doors and grille gates. 4. **Cameras and alarm**: Watch entrances and get alerts. 5. **Habits**: Do not display valuables; vet visitors. ## Where these figures come from Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: [K24: TIFA reveals burglary is the most common crime](https://k24.digital/lifestyle/home-and-living/tifa-reveals-burglary-is-the-most-common-crime-in-kenya-how-to-protect-your-house); [Kenyans.co.ke: avoiding burglary in a new estate](https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/67845-how-avoid-house-burglary-after-moving-new-estate). ## Best prices in stock today Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or [ask us on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244) for a recommendation. ## Why buy from Qyvea ### Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea - **Genuine branded products** sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product) - **7-day returns and exchanges**; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund - **Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card**; refunds go back the same way - **Free delivery in Nairobi** on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya - **Delivered to your door**, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews ([bought from us? leave a review](https://g.page/r/CY2LNNqrlgV5EBM/review)) - **Talk to a person** on WhatsApp [0113 301 244](https://wa.me/254113301244), usually within 30 minutes Full details: [return & refund policy](https://qyvea.co.ke/return-policy). ## Frequently asked questions What stops burglars the most? Visible deterrents and delays: lights, locks, cameras and a loud alarm. Do I need CCTV and an alarm? They do different jobs; many homes use both. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Shopping Guides · Guide How Do I Keep My House Safe While I'm Away? 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