Most people who steal stuff aren't that bothered about stealing your stuff, just someone's stuff. If you have better security that inconveniences a thief more t

Most people who steal stuff aren't that bothered about stealing your stuff, just someone's stuff. If you have better security that inconveniences a thief more than others, the thief will just go next door. If everyone raises the bar a little, determined thieves may continue but some number of casual thieves will find something else to do instead.