Burglaries in Luxembourg: the 2025-2026 figures and how to protect yourself
The Police grand-ducale presented its 2025 annual report in April 2026. The picture is mixed: burglaries in unoccupied homes are falling, but thefts are rising sharply — and occupied homes are not spared. Here are the figures, and what they mean in practice for your home.
What do the Police grand-ducale's 2025 figures say?
According to the Police grand-ducale's 2025 annual report, burglaries in unoccupied homes have fallen by 7.5%: 459 cases in 2025, against 496 in 2024. By contrast, burglaries in occupied homes slightly up — the scenario homeowners fear most.
The rest of the picture calls for vigilance: violent thefts jumped by 30.8% (731 cases against 559 in 2024) and simple thefts rose by 11.9%, with more than 20,000 cases recorded in 2025, according to figures relayed by Virgule. Fraud (-13%) and vandalism (-2%) are down.
Why are Luxembourg homes still targeted?
Luxembourg combines two factors: some of the most valuable housing stock in Europe, and motorway routes that put the border 20 to 30 minutes from most neighbourhoods. Mobile crews scout, break in and leave fast. The unoccupied-homes figure (459 cases) confirms it: absences — holidays, weekends, homes waiting to be sold — remain burglars' favourite moment.
The 7.5% fall in that segment coincides with a measurable policing effort: around 71,700 patrols deployed in 2025, against 68,000 in 2024 (+5.44%), and headcount raised to 3,383 staff as at 1 January 2026, including 2,592 police officers.
Is your home visibly protected?
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What can you do yourself, without spending a euro?
The classic prevention advice still holds: lock doors and windows even for a short absence, do not announce your holidays on social media, simulate presence (timed lighting, a neighbour emptying the letterbox), and report suspicious door-to-door callers to the police. These steps reduce opportunity — which is exactly what a burglar in a hurry is looking for.
Does an alarm really change things?
An alarm's main lever is not the siren: it is deterrence upstream. Given two comparable houses, a visible siren, cameras in plain sight and outdoor detection tip the choice towards the unprotected one. And if there is an intrusion, checking the camera from your phone lets you alert the police in minutes, not hours.
On budget in Luxembourg: an alarm kit is installed from about €800 to €2,000; with cameras and a mobile app, expect €2,000 to €5,000 depending on the number of zones; monitoring by an approved centre is billed as a monthly subscription (€20 to €50 a month). Some insurers take a certified system, installed by a licensed professional, into account in the premium or the cover conditions — check your policy.
There is no state grant specific to alarms in Luxembourg — be wary of sales talk claiming otherwise. The real saving lever is correct sizing: the right system beats an expensive one.
Burglaries in Luxembourg: your questions
Are burglaries rising or falling in Luxembourg?
Both. In 2025 burglaries in unoccupied homes fell by 7.5% (459 cases), while those in occupied homes rose slightly, according to the Police grand-ducale.
When do burglaries happen most often?
Unoccupied homes account for a large share of recorded cases — holiday absences, weekends, empty properties. Hence the importance of simulating presence and making protection visible.
Is an alarm subsidised in Luxembourg?
No, there is no specific state support. A certified system can, however, work in your favour with your home insurance.
How much does a serious installation cost?
€800 to €2,000 for an alarm kit, €2,000 to €5,000 with cameras. Two comparable quotes let you check that the system fits your home — not the installer's revenue target.