Cycle security - lock it or lose it!

While thousands of bicycles in London are stolen in London every year, there are measures you can take to make it harder for thieves to take your bike. These pages are full of advice on what locks there are available, the best ways to lock your bike, where and where not to lock your bike and what measures to take to give you a better chance of recovering it in the event of theft such as registration and marking. Remember: it is essential that you have a good lock for your bicycle, and that you never leave it unlocked in a public place. Leaving your bicycle unattended even for a minute can mean it is gone when you return.


Where to lock your bike

Where to lock your bike
What to look for when looking for secure cycle parking - and where not to park your bike to reduce to the risk of theft

Lock it or lose it

Lock it or lose it
Information on the range of locks available, tips on which to get and how to use them to keep your bike as secure as possible

Insurance and security marking

Insurance and security marking bikes
It is definitely worth considering insuring your bicycle against theft, and registering or security marking it

If your bicycle is stolen

What to do if your bicycle is stolen
Practical information to help you in the unfortunate event that your bicycle is stolen

CYCLING… GOOD FOR YOU, GOOD FOR LONDON!