The level of professionalism displayed by the Vigilant team during our peak season was unparalleled. Truly elite service.
Why Choose a Security Company Based in London
London sites bring their own challenges: high footfall, late trading, constant deliveries and contractors, and buildings that range from glass towers to listed properties. A security company based in the capital knows these conditions and can survey your site, brief officers and review the service in person.
Using one London provider for both people and technology also closes the gaps between suppliers. When guards, cameras and alarms are managed together, an alert can be checked, acted on and reported by the same team.
Security Services We Provide in London
From a single officer at reception to guarding and monitoring across several sites, our security services in London are built around each client's premises and risks.
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CCTVCCTV Installation and Monitoring
Commercial camera systems designed after a site survey, with remote viewing and optional 24/7 monitoring from our control room. Find out more about CCTV installation in London.
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AlarmsIntruder Alarms
Monitored intruder alarm systems linked to our alarm receiving centre, so every activation is checked and acted on.
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Access ControlAccess Control
Card, fob and keypad access control systems for offices and commercial buildings, so only authorised people reach restricted areas.
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Security Guards
Static and manned guarding for offices, shops, warehouses and sites. More on our security guards in London.
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Event Security
SIA-licensed officers for corporate events, private parties, concerts and exhibitions. See event security in London.
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Mobile Patrols
Scheduled and random site visits, lock and unlock checks and alarm attendance through our mobile security patrols.
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Keyholding and Alarm Response
Secure key storage and an officer sent when your alarm activates, with our keyholding and alarm response service.
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Close Protection
Trained close protection officers for executives, VIPs and high-profile visitors.
We also provide sector-specific security for corporate offices, retail stores, construction sites, vacant properties and student accommodation across London.
How Our Guards and Technology Work Together
Our own 24/7 alarm receiving centre connects the people and systems protecting your site. Alarms and cameras report to trained operators, who check what is happening before anyone is sent, so real incidents get a quick response and false alarms do not waste your time or police resources.
Because officers, systems and monitoring come from one company, nothing is lost between suppliers. The operator who sees the alert, the officer who attends and the account manager who reports back all work from the same information.
Security Services Across London's Boroughs
We protect businesses in all 32 London boroughs and the City of London, including:
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Central London
City of London, Westminster, Camden, Islington, Southwark, Lambeth, Kensington and Chelsea
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East London
Tower Hamlets (including Canary Wharf), Newham (including Stratford), Hackney, Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge, Havering
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North London
Barnet, Enfield, Haringey, Harrow, Waltham Forest
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West London
Brent (including Park Royal and Wembley), Ealing, Hammersmith and Fulham, Hounslow, Hillingdon
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South London
Croydon, Wandsworth, Lewisham, Greenwich, Bromley, Kingston upon Thames
Our London head office is at AMC Business Centre, 12 Cumberland Avenue, London NW10 7QL, close to the North Circular and the A40 for quick access across the capital.
For sites outside London, see all our UK offices in Manchester and Scotland.
Why Businesses Choose Vigilant as Their London Security Company
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Established Since 2006
Vigilant has protected UK businesses since 2006, and our London head office manages guarding and security systems for clients across the capital.
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Guarding and Technology Under One Roof
Officers, CCTV, alarms, access control and monitoring come from one company, under one contract and one point of contact.
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Accredited Provider
We are an SIA Approved Contractor, our installation work meets NSI NACOSS Silver standards and our quality management is ISO 9001 certified. The full list is shown in our accreditations below.
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London Office, National Reach
Our offices in Manchester and Scotland support clients with sites beyond London, so every location gets the same standard of service.
Our Security Accreditations
& Industry Commitments
As a fully accredited security services UK provider, our certifications are independently verifiable and not self-declared. These accreditations give our clients complete faith in us when choosing Vigilant
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose a security company in London?
Check that the company is an SIA Approved Contractor, holds suitable insurance and can give references from similar sites. Ask how incidents are reported and responded to, and look for clear contract terms. A site survey before any quote is also a good sign that the service will fit your premises.
Is Vigilant based in London?
Yes. Our head office is in North West London (NW10), and our London team manages surveys, staffing and account support for sites across the capital. Regional offices in Manchester and Scotland support clients elsewhere in the UK.
Can I combine guarding and security systems in one contract?
Yes. Many clients use us for guards alongside CCTV, alarms, access control and monitoring. One contract means one invoice, one point of contact and systems that are monitored by the same company that sends the response.
Do you provide security at short notice in London?
Yes. We can arrange guards and response officers at short notice for emergencies such as a break-in, a failed alarm or a sudden staff shortage. Call us with the site address and hours needed, and we will confirm availability.
Do you work with small businesses as well as large organisations?
Yes. We protect single shops and offices as well as multi-site organisations. Every service is sized to the site after a survey, so smaller businesses only pay for the cover they need.
Looking for a Security Company in London?
Tell us about your premises and what you need to protect, and our London team will arrange a site survey and a clear quote.