Obey traffic lights and signs

Don’t cycle on the pavement unless it’s a designated cycle path

Wear a helmet

Keep your bike in good condition

Be aware of slippery surfaces when wet

Ride with a positive attitude and be sure of your decisions

Make sure you’re in a position that is visible to motorists

Use bike lights and consider bright or reflective clothing, especially in towns, at night and in bad weather

Check if other road users have seen you by making eye contact, especially at crossings

Signal clearly

Use your bell to warn unaware pedestrians

crime prevention advice 

Register it - register your bike on a secure, secured by design, national database

Record it - remember to keep a record of MAKE,MODEL and FRAME NUMBER. If you can take a photo of your bike

Security mark it - Security mark it with a recognised method

Double lock it - Secure your bike with quality lock. lock your frame and wheels to any cycle parking stands and remove any removable parts (Battery if an e-bike)

for further advice please check out the secured by design website . lots of security advice around home storage and locks.