Burglary in Building site, Cranford Road, Kettering

Burglary in Building site, Cranford Road, Kettering

Burglary on Taylor Wimpey site, Cranford Road, Hanwood Park, Kettering

Dear resident

We are appealing for information about a burglary at several properties, on the Taylor Wimpey, building site, off of Cranford Road, Hanwood Park, Kettering.

The burglary happened on 31/10/2025 between 6:00 pm and 05:00 am.

The offender or offenders have gained entry to properties via insecure rear windows and doors and using unknown tool to jemmy secure windows.

Damage to properties and copper piping were stolen.

Did you witness anything? Did you see anyone or any vehicle(s) in the area that looked suspicious? If so, then please contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 quoting REF: 25000637949. Alternatively you can report online here.

You can also pass on information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Burglars often break in at the rear of properties. Ensure your rear garden is secure at all times with 1.8m perimeter fence/wall/gate and keep all gates locked

Make sure the front of your property is easily seen – fences and hedges should not be more than 1 metre high

Install dusk to dawn lighting above your front door

Keep your doors locked at all times – so many burglars just walk in – don’t make it easy for them!

If you’re not in the room, close the window

Make sure your house looks occupied, leave lights on when you’re out. Use timer switches for when you’re away

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More crime prevention advice can be found on the Northamptonshire Police website and on the Neighbourhood Watch website.

If you would like to contact your local policing team, search in the Your Area section of our website.

PCSO Mike Bowes
Kettering Neighbourhood Policing Team

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