Bike thefts have always been a big problem in Kingston Town.

In fact last year statistics compiled by Plumpest showed that you were 19 times more likely to have your bike stolen in Kingston town than the national average.

Kingston Police have arrested two thieves they believe were targeting a specific area of the town.

Skerne Road in Canbury has the been the sight of multiple recent thefts.

Early last week the police were alerted to the two men and they were arrested.

However the investigation is still ongoing - so be careful if you park your bike in that area.

Here are ten ways, according to the Met Police, to help protect your bike.

1. Register it

Get your bike security marked and registered at BikeRegister. It's a highly effective, visible deterrent to bike thieves. They know that if they are caught with a registered bike, the owner can be traced and they will be arrested.

1. Record it

Remember to record details of your bike such as the frame number (normally found underneath the bike between the pedals or where the back wheel slots in), the BikeRegister number plus any other distinguishing features, and take a photo.

1. Double-lock it

It can take thieves as little as few seconds to cut through some locks, so use two good quality locks, at least one of which is a D-lock.

1. Lock the lot

Lock the frame and both wheels to the cycle parking stand.

1. Secure it

Secure your bike as close to the stand as possible to give any thieves little or no room to manoeuvre.

1. Remove the removable bits

Take parts that are easy to remove with you. Or use locking skewers or nuts which can increase security by securing the bike's components to the frame permanently, making it difficult for thieves to steal detachable parts.

1. Park secure

Lock your bike at recognised secure cycle parking. It should be well lit and covered by CCTV.

1. Remember safety begins at home

Take the same care to lock your bike securely at home as you would on the street.

1. Check ownership

Ask for proof of ownership and check the bike frame number on the Bike Checker at BikeRegister.

1. Act fast

If your bike has been stolen, contact the police as soon as possible (you can report a crime online). Give us your frame number, BikeRegister number, a photo and any other details and make sure you update the status on BikeRegister. The sooner we know, the sooner we can act, which might stop it being sold on.