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Security System Services in the UK - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Heydon Thomas Heydon Thomas London, United Kingdom Last Updated: June 2025 SIC UK-N802

Revenue

£15.2bn

2025-26

£15.9bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

£X.Xbn

Employees

202k

Businesses

20,329

Wages

£X.Xbn

Security System Services in the UK industry analysis

The Security System Services industry has received a boost from European government security expenditure, an uptick in public and private sector demand, and high-profile events like the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, which pumped significant resources into modern alarm installations, AI surveillance and drone detection. Hiking crime rates across Europe, including spikes in theft and burglaries, have spurred both households and businesses to prioritise robust security, underpinning steady sales for providers. Overall, security systems revenue in Europe is projected to rise at a compound annual rate of 0.5% over the five years through 2025, including an estimated jump of 3% in 2025 to €22.7 billion.

Trends and Insights

  • The EU pumps billions into advancing national security strategies. Spurred by increased civil unrest and terror attacks, the EU has significantly boosted its budget for public order and safety, boosting demand for security systems.
  • Demand surges for remote security monitoring systems. Despite the drop in crime rates across Europe, the need for security remains vital, especially in commercial and government sectors, due to advances in remote monitoring technologies.
  • Integrated security systems can attract clients. Security agencies use their integrated security systems, including personnel and modern technology, to attract clients by offering a comprehensive security package.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

The market size of the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom is £15.2bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

There are 20,329 businesses in the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom, which has grown at a CAGR of 5.3 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom has been growing at a CAGR of 2.2 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom is expected to grow.

How competitive is the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Security System Services industry in the United Kingdom.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

There's tight regulation on storing personal data. Operators of camera systems must follow strict rules on storing people’s personal data, including images and recordings of them.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Security System Services in the UK industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Tech advances bolster security systems services. Innovative features like biometric alarms and lone worker protection not only offer superior security solutions but also foster profitability due to their cost-effectiveness.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Security System Services in the UK industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

Methodology

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