In 2022/2023, England and Wales experienced 191,490 reported house burglaries. This equates to an alarming 525 burglaries daily, or one every 165 seconds.
In light of these statistics, it’s imperative for both commercial entities and families to review their security systems, ensuring they’re informed about the latest protective measures.
Chris Boyd, the founder of NSW UK, a company offering an extensive array of CCTV and burglary systems, shares insights on securing and maintaining effective security.
Elevating Security Technology
In recent years, CCTV technology has seen remarkable advancements. Gone are the days of grainy, unclear images once common on Crime Stoppers.
CCTV’s effectiveness is enhanced when integrated with other security systems, such as burglar alarms, effectively deterring theft and vandalism in residential and commercial settings.
Chris Boyd discusses NSW UK’s approach: “Every CCTV system we build and install has the ability to capture high-definition footage. In a court of law, CCTV footage from a professionally built system may be included as evidence, which can protect communities more efficiently.”
He adds, “There are two types of CCTV systems: analogue and digital. Digital systems, incorporating Internet Protocol (IP) technology, are a recent innovation, whereas analogue systems have a longer history. IP cameras, whether wired or wireless, can utilise sim cards or wifi for operation.”
The evolution of security technology has provided an essential sense of security for homeowners and businesses. The ability to monitor locations through web browsers or apps on mobile devices is a significant deterrent to criminal activities and aids in identifying perpetrators.
He concludes: “CCTV systems, whether digital or analogue, each offer benefits and drawbacks. Selecting the correct system can be difficult, so it’s important to do your homework and pick a company that has the best expertise, carefully trains its employees, and has the newest designs and can assist you along the way. Although this may be more expensive, it’s better to avoid going with the less expensive option that could end up costing much more if properties are broken into later.”
Chris also emphasises the importance of system maintenance:
“Every part of a protective system is brand-new and fully functional when it is installed. The components of an alarm may wear out with time and frequent use. When this occurs, safety issues may also surface in addition to the alarm’s decreased effectiveness.
This is the reason why maintaining systems is crucial for both financial and safety reasons. This can also be accomplished through the business you chose; NSW UK has the best-trained personnel to install and support your alarms and systems in addition to providing ongoing maintenance.”
More information on NSW UK’s CCTV and tech services can be found here.
