A recent survey carried out by the  British Security Industry Association (BSIA) estimated that there are between 4.9 and 5.9 million closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance cameras installed and operational across the UK, which translates into a camera for every 11-14 people.

 

As a news report on this matter informs us,  the study also revealed that no less than 750,000 surveillance cameras are installed in “sensitive locations” such as schools, hospitals and care homes.

 

In fact, it is estimated that there are between 291,000 and 373,000 cameras in public sector schools, plus a further 30,000 to 50,000 in independent schools. Furthermore, surgeries and health centres have an estimated 80,000 to 159,000, while there are believed to be between 53,000 and 159,000 cameras in restaurants, the report said.

 

Simon Adcock, of the BSIA, said: “This study represents the most comprehensive and up to date study undertaken into the number of CCTV cameras in use in the UK. Because there is no single reliable source of data no number can ever be held as truly accurate however the middle of our range suggests that there are around five million cameras.

 

”Effective CCTV schemes are an invaluable source of crime detection and evidence for the police. For example, in 2009 95 per cent of Scotland Yard murder cases used CCTV footage as evidence,” Mr. Adcock added.

 

CCTV Surveillance delivers both the advanced products and the set of skills required to match the customer’s exact requirements, while also keeping well within the budget limits. Moreover, our latest-generation digital HD video cameras can be installed in virtually any location and offer very good quality, high-resolution images, even in low-light conditions.

 

The range of infra-red cameras we work with also enables great visibility during night-time, an increasingly popular feature within the CCTV segment. Plus, beside the actual cameras and infrastructure, our lineup also includes a range of digital video recording solutions and control software, designed to help users easily review CCTV footage, at the best possible quality.

 

It’s also worth mentioning that all of our products are fully compliant with the UK Police Requirements, and we’re also constantly updated on the latest legal requirements in this field, including the new code of practice announced by the Home Office.

 

If you’d like to find out more about the range of products provided by CCTV Surveillance, just contact our dedicated product team, they’ll be more than happy to answer all of your questions and queries.

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