Last year, London saw a staggering 116,655 mobile phones stolen—an average of 13 every hour. Westminster alone accounted for over 34,000 thefts, making the capital a hotspot for organised phone snatching gangs.

For most, a stolen phone is a frustrating inconvenience. But for Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) individuals, it’s a gateway to catastrophic exposure.

Your phone isn’t just a device—it’s a digital vault. It holds:

• Access to private banking apps
• Confidential communications with legal, financial, and family offices
• Sensitive documents, contracts, and strategic plans
• Location data, travel itineraries, and even smart home controls

When your phone is stolen, it’s not just your contacts or photos at risk—it’s your entire digital footprint.

The New Criminal Economy

Phone theft has evolved into a £365 million criminal enterprise in London alone. The most targeted devices? Apple iPhones—favoured for their resale value and data access potential.

These aren’t petty crimes. They’re orchestrated by career criminals, often operating in gangs, with phones trafficked internationally within hours. And with only 169 suspects charged last year, the deterrent is minimal.

Why UHNW Individuals Are Prime Targets

Thieves aren’t just after hardware—they’re after high-value data. Your phone is a portal to your wealth, influence, and privacy. Unlike the average user, your device may contain:

• Multi-factor authentication tokens
• Access to private equity dashboards
• Encrypted messaging with advisors and partners
• Family office communications and asset locations

In the wrong hands, this data can be weaponised—financially, reputationally, and even physically.

Your Digital Fortress

At Securitatem Consultancy, we don’t just protect your home or your travel—we protect your digital life.

Our bespoke services can offer:

• Mobile device configuration and fragmentation to reduce traceability and exposure
• Situational awareness training for clients and staff—empowering individuals to identify, avoid, and respond to threats in real time
• Close protection personnel trained to act as both a visible deterrent and a discreet assurance
• Digital audits tailored to the unique risk profiles of UHNW individuals and families

We provide a service where your privacy, assets, and family are protected from the chaos beyond the city.

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

Phone theft in London isn’t slowing down. It’s becoming more sophisticated, more targeted, and more invasive. If you’re high profile, you’re not just another statistic—you’re a prized target.

Source: https://www.standard.co.uk/