Porch theft: Trends and prevention ahead of the holidays

The figures are stunning. Per the 2025 Package Theft Report from Security.org, thieves swiped $8.2 billion worth of online delivery orders in 2025. Overall, around 25% of Americans have had a package pilfered at some point in their lives. 

Porch pirates are clearly still an issue, most of all during the busy holiday season, but that doesn’t mean you have to be targeted. Explore how a layered plan and modern smart home tech can keep your deliveries protected in Albuquerque.

Layered security keeps Albuquerque package thieves away

Holidays are stressful enough with travel chaos, scheduling headaches, budgets stretched to the limit, and in-laws who stay too long. The last thing you want is a stolen package to send you over the edge. So, how can you stop it taking place? Installing a doorbell camera is a good idea, but there’s more to stopping porch theft. 

A layered approach can include:

• Security cameras along your home’s perimeter. Let thieves know someone’s watching.
• Security signs and decals. It’s simple but still a powerful deterrent. 
• Motion-activated lights. A burst of light is usually enough to send thieves away. Just remember, porch theft takes place at all hours.
• Knowing your neighbors. It’s not merely about the security devices you own. Neighbors can look out for one another and report unusual behavior. 

Today’s tech improves your defense

Home security continues to evolve. You can leverage these advancements to prevent porch theft at your Albuquerque property. Consider these options:

• Doorbell cameras with two-way talk. Tell delivery people where to leave packages or determine why someone’s on your porch.
• Smart door locks and home automation. Modern home security systems can be controlled from wherever you are. Unlock your front door or open your garage, let the delivery driver put deliveries inside, and then lock or close the entrance when they leave. 
• Video cameras with active deterrence. You’ll come across exterior and doorbell cameras that trigger a bright light or sounds if a lurker comes too close. 

Make smart delivery choices

A layered approach and modern devices will help stop package theft, but you can also help yourself by making smarter delivery choices. To illustrate:

• Request a signature. This is a wise choice, especially for high-value goods. Your packages will never be left sitting outside. 
• Give instructions. Tell couriers where you want boxes placed and keep them out of view.
• Reroute packages. Ship higher-dollar deliveries to somewhere else, like your workplace or a self-service storage locker. Companies like Amazon offer secure lockers in Albuquerque where you can grab deliveries.

Halt package theft in Albuquerque with a Vivint smart home

Don’t let stolen packages ruin your holiday season. A modern Vivint smart home will ease your mind and keep your parcels safe. You’ll appreciate having remote access, smart home automation, and video cameras that proactively deter crime. Talk to delivery drivers or even unlock your front door for delivery drop-offs, even when you’re not there. Contact (505) 605-2321 today to learn more and arrange your home security installation in Albuquerque.