It happened in broad daylight.
Sarah, a Brighton mum of two, came home from the school run to find her front door slightly ajar. At first, she thought she’d forgotten to lock it. But as she stepped inside, her stomach dropped. Drawers were pulled open. Her laptop gone. Her grandmother’s ring vanished. And worst of all, her kids’ bedrooms had been rifled through. It took just 15 minutes for strangers to rob her home and her peace of mind.
Unfortunately, Sarah’s story isn’t rare.
The True Price of a Break-In in Melbourne
Break-ins don’t just cost you money. They cost you sleep, safety, and peace.
According to the latest data from the Crime Statistics Agency Victoria, residential burglary in the City of Bayside (which includes Brighton) saw over 370 incidents in the past 12 months alone. That’s more than one home targeted per day.
But the real cost?
A typical home burglary in Melbourne results in $2,500–$5,000 in property loss, not including insurance premiums, psychological trauma, or the cost of taking time off work to deal with the aftermath. Studies from Budget Direct’s 2024 Home Burglary Report show that 1 in 4 victims feel unsafe in their own homes even after upgrading their locks.
Why Brighton Homes Are at Risk
Affluent suburbs like Brighton are often targeted for a reason. Large properties, fewer visible security cameras, and assumptions of wealth make homes more attractive to opportunistic criminals. What’s more, many homes still rely on outdated or non-existent security systems.
How to Fight Back with Smart Prevention
This isn’t about living in fear it’s about being prepared.
Installing smart CCTV systems and alarms can reduce your risk significantly. In fact, homes with visible security cameras are up to 300% less likely to be targeted by intruders (source: UNC Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology). And monitored alarm systems? They can alert you and authorities within seconds.
At Sipko Security, we help Brighton homeowners take back control. Whether you’re after a discreet indoor setup or a complete perimeter system, we provide expert installation of modern, tamper-proof CCTV and alarm solutions tailored to your property. And because we’re based right here in Melbourne, we understand the unique risks our suburbs face.
Take Action Before It’s Too Late
Don’t wait until after the unthinkable happens. Prevention isn’t just cheaper it’s smarter. At Sipko Security, we believe your home should feel like your sanctuary, not a target.
So here’s the question: If your home was broken into tomorrow, would you be protected or caught off guard?
