Register checked: BAFE, SSAIB
CCTV Companies in Peterborough
Compare CCTV companies in Peterborough for shops, warehouses, offices and yards. Whether you trade on Bridge Street or run a distribution site at Great Haddon, each listing shows the company's services, register checks and Google rating, so you can shortlist installers for a site survey.
- 7 companies listed
- 7 register-checked
- 4.8 average Google rating
- Updated 2 November 2026
Which CCTV companies cover Peterborough?
7 CCTV companies cover Peterborough: Swift Fire and Safety, Absolut Security Solutions, Britannia Fire & Security and 4 more. The highest rated is Swift Fire and Safety, with 5.0 from 82 Google reviews, and 7 are on the BAFE, NSI or SSAIB registers.
Ranked by Google rating, then number of reviews. Sponsored listings do not change the order. How we check listings
Register checked: BAFE, SSAIB
Register checked: BAFE, SSAIB
Register checked: BAFE, SSAIB
Register checked: SSAIB
Register checked: BAFE, NSI
Register checked: NSI
No companies match these filters.
Why is CCTV in demand in Peterborough?
Two things drive most commercial CCTV in Peterborough: retail theft and high-value stock in transit. Shoplifting offences in the city reached 2,333 in 2025, around 200 more than in 2024. At the same time, the city's distribution parks hold stock, trailers and fleet vehicles worth millions, often worked through the night.
Cameras do different jobs at each kind of site. In a shop, they need to identify faces at the till and the door. In a yard, they need to cover wide areas in the dark and read number plates at the gate.
How do Peterborough shops and warehouses use CCTV?
Retail theft clusters in a few places. In June 2025, the area around the Bretton supermarket recorded 69 shoplifting offences in a month, and Cathedral Square was among the city's busiest crime locations. Clear footage gives police something to act on, and the Spree Offending Team targets repeat offenders across the city.
City centre retailers can share images and offender details through Disc, the crime reporting system run by Peterborough Positive, the Business Improvement District. Good-quality, time-stamped footage makes that sharing far more useful.
At Gateway Peterborough and the estates at Hampton, Fengate and Woodston, the focus shifts to perimeters, loading bays and gatehouses. Yard cameras with infrared, ANPR on the entrance and remote monitoring by a response centre suit sites with 24-hour shift patterns or empty yards overnight.
Every business system must follow UK data protection law. The ICO expects clear signs where recording starts, a set retention period, secure storage and a lawful reason for each camera.
How much does commercial CCTV cost?
Commercial CCTV costs from £1,200 to £25,000+, depending on the size of the site and the system.
| Work | From | To | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial CCTV system, supplied and installed | £1,200 | £25,000+ | A small shop at the low end; multi-camera yard systems with ANPR and remote monitoring at the top |
Typical ranges for commercial work. Always get a written quote after a site survey.
What should you check before choosing a CCTV company in Peterborough?
- Say what each camera must do: detect movement, recognise a face or read a number plate. That sets the camera type, lens and position.
- For yards and car parks, ask how the cameras perform at night and in rain.
- Ask whether the system will be monitored, by which response centre, and what happens when it triggers.
- Check how footage is stored, how long it is kept and who can view it remotely.
- Ask how the company will help you meet ICO rules, including signs and a retention period.
- In a conservation area, ask how cameras and cables will be fixed and hidden.
- Compare maintenance terms: visits a year, lens cleaning, and response time for faults.
Common questions about CCTV companies in Peterborough
How much does commercial CCTV cost in Peterborough?
Commercial CCTV typically costs from about £1,200 for a small shop to £25,000 or more for a large yard or warehouse system, before VAT. Camera numbers, cable distances, number plate recognition and remote monitoring drive the price most.
Can I share CCTV footage of shoplifters with other Peterborough shops?
City centre retailers can share images and offender details through Disc, the crime reporting system run by Peterborough Positive, the Business Improvement District. Sharing must still follow data protection law, so check the scheme's rules before you upload footage.
Do I need signs for my business CCTV?
Yes. The ICO expects clear signs at the point where recording begins, plus a lawful reason for each camera, a set retention period and secure storage. Your installer should help you place signs and set up retention.
What CCTV suits a warehouse yard at Great Haddon?
Large yards usually need long-range cameras with infrared or good low-light performance, number plate recognition at the gate and remote monitoring. A response centre can challenge intruders through speakers and call keyholders before a theft happens.
Can I put CCTV on a building in Peterborough city centre?
Usually yes, but the city centre is a conservation area, so cameras and cables should be discreet. Ask your installer how they will fix and route equipment, and check with Peterborough City Council if the building is listed.
Can CCTV be viewed from my phone?
Most modern systems allow secure phone or browser viewing. Ask the company how the connection is protected, who else will have access, and whether you can download footage quickly if the police ask for it.
Sources
- Peterborough City Council: Conservation areas, checked 28 October 2026
- Peterborough Today: New top cop on shoplifting, checked 28 October 2026
- Peterborough Today (Police UK data): Ten areas with most crime, checked 28 October 2026
- DWF summary of ICO guidance: ICO video surveillance guidance, checked 28 October 2026
Where else can you find CCTV companies near Peterborough?
You can also find CCTV companies near Peterborough in Whittlesey (1 company).
