Feeling safe at home doesn’t just affect physical security, but it also impacts our peace of mind and mental well-being. In the UK, where anxious thoughts around crime or neighbourhood safety persist, the emotional toll can be real and measurable.
Research shows that even worrying about crime, regardless of actual risk, can lead to poorer mental health, with links to anxiety, depression, and reduced quality of life, according to PMC.
A broad review of UK studies found that environmental factors like signs of neglect (think broken windows, poor lighting and so on) can heighten this fear, affecting overall wellbeing. In one study, higher local crime rates were directly associated with increased mental distress among residents, according to University College London.
In short, for many people, the front door isn’t just an entry; it’s a guardian for their sense of home and emotional security. That’s why strong, reliable doors aren’t optional in social housing, but a real line of defence for mental health too.
Door Security: The First Line of Defence Against Intruders
Naturally, the first and most important step in securing your home is the entryway. Reinforcing your front door should be a top priority if safety and peace of mind are your main concerns.
According to Keyways, the front door is the most common entry point for burglars, accounting for 34% of break-ins. This is significantly higher than the second most common entry point, first-floor windows, and shows that more than one-third of burglaries happen through the front door.
Why Composite Doors Offer Security and Emotional Comfort
If peace of mind is what you’re looking for, you’ll find it with Endurance and our composite doors. Designed for strength, style and security, our doors bring upgrades across all fronts so you can feel safe, confident and truly at home.
Your front door is the first barrier between your home and the outside world. With Endurance, you don’t just get a stylish entrance; you get a door that’s built to protect.
Every Endurance door is tested to PAS 24:2022 standards, some of the toughest security checks in the industry. These tests simulate real break-in attempts, from heavy impact strikes to lock attacks with tools. The result is a door proven to withstand the kind of force burglars use in the real world.
Strength starts at the core. Endurance doors feature a 48mm solid timber core, built from 17 layers of engineered timber. At around 10% thicker than most composite doors, this gives you greater protection and long-lasting stability.
Security doesn’t stop there. Each door is fitted with the ABS Master Cylinder, one of the most advanced locking systems available. With anti-pick, anti-drill, anti-bump and anti-snap technology, it even engages a hidden lock inside if someone tries to tamper with it. Carrying the British Kitemark, the TS007 3-star rating, and the Sold Secure Diamond standard, you’re also backed by Endurance with a £2,000 security guarantee.
Choosing an Endurance composite door means choosing real security. They look good, perform brilliantly and, above all, give you the peace of mind that your home and family are properly protected.
