Door-to-door and courier fraud
In this section:
| 1. What is door-to-door fraud? |
| 2. What is courier fraud? |
| 3. Protecting yourself from door-to-door and courier fraud |
| 4. Reporting door-to-door or courier fraud |
| 5. Further advice on fraud |
What is door-to-door fraud?
Many legitimate businesses sell products door-to-door. For example, charities will often come to your door asking for donations. However, fraudsters may also knock on your door to trick you. This could be to get your money, or to get into your home to steal from you.
Examples of door-to-door fraud
There are several ways people can be tricked by door-to-door fraud. It’s important to know that if this has happened to you, it’s not your fault and that there’s support for you.
Here are some examples of what might happen:
- Most door-to-door fraud involves selling goods or services that are either not delivered or are very poor quality. You won’t get value for money, and you may get billed for work you didn’t want or agree to.
- Some criminals conduct surveys just to get your personal details. They may also do it as a cover to sell you goods or services you don’t want or need, such as roofing work or a patio replacement.
- Dishonest employees sometimes act illegally, even when selling a genuine product by a genuine business.