Residents in Anerley are being warned to stay on their guard after a spate of burglaries.

Five houses in Anerley Park and Anerley Road were targeted last Wednesday (April 29).

Police believe all the incidents are linked.

The thieves struck between 2.10pm and 9.30pm, committing some of their crimes in broad daylight.

In each home the front door had been forced open and items stolen.

Detectives from the Bromley Burglary Team are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

MORE TOP STORIES Detective sergeant Miles Fuller of Bromley CID said: “We are asking anyone who saw anything suspicious or has any information to contact police.

“We would also ask residents to be vigilant and call police immediately on 999 if they witness anything suspicious.”

Anyone with information should contact Bromley Burglary Team on 020 8284 9967 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Have you been affected? Get in touch on Rebecca.Flood@london.newsquest.co.uk