The warning comes after two reports of dwelling burglaries in Gilberdyke involving one address where a caravan, usually situated on the driveway, was removed by the owner to go on holiday.
Some time between midday on 23 April and 1600hrs on Thursday 02 May, rear patio doors at a bungalow in Greenacre Park, Gilberdyke were forced and entry gained and property stolen.
The next door address was also targeted, entry gained and goods stolen.
Police are urging people to ensure they properly secure their homes before heading away and also to let neighbours, friends and family know they are will be absent and ask them to keep an eye out on their home.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Humberside Police on the non emergency number 101 referring to log 474 of 02 May 2013 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.