RESIDENTS have been warned after a number of break-ins to sheds and garages.

Police say that break-ins have taken place in the Wallington area recently and are now warning people living in and around Fareham.

Those in the area are now being urged not to store large quantities of valuables in a garage or shed.

A number of other measures are also being recommended to residents to help reduce the likelihood of them becoming victims.

These include fitting an alarm to a garage or shed, marking property stored in these two places with a postcode, ensuring a garage or shed is fitted with a good strong lock and making sure items stored inside are secure.

Officers are also advising that residents always remember to lock their garage or shed, keep property and fencing in good repair and check with insurance companies that items stored inside are covered.