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A recent report on the UK cities with the costliest vacant properties revealed that London ranks among the top locations affected by long-term property vacancies..
These locations attract crime such as fly-tipping, vandalism, trespassing, arson and break-ins. With no staff on site and no infrastructure in place, these locations are often left completely exposed.
WCCTV helps protect vacant buildings with temporary CCTV systems backed by live monitoring. Our fully managed service is trusted by local authorities, property managers, housing teams and commercial landlords throughout London.
Systems are available to rent and are designed to operate without power, internet or permanent infrastructure, making them suitable for any location or vacancy duration.
Securing the Unoccupied
Empty properties in London are frequently targeted for break-ins, vandalism, squatting, arson and fly-tipping. High footfall, dense urban environments and stretched police resources make vacant buildings particularly vulnerable.
WCCTV’s temporary CCTV systems are purpose-built to protect sites with no staff, no utilities and no existing infrastructure. Our systems are designed to:
Deter unauthorised access and criminal behaviour
Prevent damage, fly-tipping and illegal occupation
Give property owners and managers remote visibility and control
Our vacant property security service covers:
CCTV system rental, delivery and installation
Live monitoring by NSI Gold accredited professionals
Remote diagnostics, ongoing maintenance and health checks
Secure access to footage via app and desktop
Whether the vacancy is short term or long term, our systems deliver flexible, cost-effective protection with minimal disruption.
Mobile CCTV for Vacant Property Security in London
We handle every stage of the process, from initial site review through to installation, live monitoring and ongoing support, meaning you can stay focused on the day job without worrying about security.
Our systems work without power, internet or on-site staff. They’re ideal for urban voids, including units awaiting redevelopment or buildings without active utilities.
With flexible rental terms and no capital outlay, you only pay for what you need, for as long as you need it. Perfect for short-term lets, sales delays or long-term regeneration zones.
Our CCTV towers are painted bright yellow and clearly labelled. They show the site is protected and act as a strong deterrent to opportunists and repeat offenders.
Monitor your property from anywhere using our mobile app or desktop portal. Get live and recorded footage whenever you need it.
Our systems offer consistent coverage, rapid response and long-term savings. Clients have cut security costs by up to 88% compared to manned guarding.
We have engineers, account managers and technical support teams working across Greater London, offering fast deployment and local assistance throughout your hire.
Rapid Protection for Vacant Sites
WCCTV provides rapid deployment CCTV towers in London to provide immediate, visible security for vacant and void properties.
From disused offices and empty retail units to larger compounds awaiting development, our towers are deployed wherever fixed infrastructure is unavailable.
Our towers stand up to 7m tall, are painted bright yellow and feature high-definition cameras, infrared sensors and wireless video transmission. They operate entirely independently of power or internet and can be installed in under an hour without the need for groundworks.
We offer both solar-powered and hybrid fuel cell options, making them suitable for city-centre buildings, car parks, fenced-off plots and regeneration zones.
Towers are supported by live video monitoring, regular maintenance and technical support for the duration of the rental. Whether you need short-term coverage or a long-term deterrent, our towers provide reliable protection and peace of mind.
Flexible Coverage for Changing Risks
WCCTV’s redeployable CCTV cameras are ideal for securing vacant properties where risks are evolving or where space is limited.
These compact units are commonly used across London to protect empty flats, communal areas, stairwells, entrances and hard-to-cover corners of commercial sites.
They can be installed in minutes and operate over 4G or 5G, with no need for power, internet or physical cabling. They’re perfect for sites that aren’t suited to tower deployment or where short-term visibility is needed.
Popular with property managers, housing teams and local authorities across the capital, redeployable CCTV delivers high-definition coverage and remote access to footage, all backed by our live monitoring and full technical support.
If site priorities change, the units can be quickly relocated to where they’re needed most.
Temporary Security Systems for Vacant Properties
Extra Protection for Vulnerable Access Points
The WCCTV Hornet is a portable perimeter intrusion detection (PID) unit designed to protect areas that standard CCTV systems may not fully cover.
Each Hornet features four fixed-lens cameras providing full 360-degree coverage, infrared motion detection, high-intensity strobe lighting and an optional voice-down speaker. When triggered, the unit issues a visual and audible warning while sending an alert to our NSI Gold accredited monitoring team for immediate response.
In London, the Hornet is often used to secure blind spots around vacant commercial buildings, alleyways behind high street units, internal stairwells in multi-storey sites and temporary access routes at redevelopment zones.
Hornets are solar powered with battery backup, easy to install and can be repositioned as site conditions change. They integrate directly with your wider WCCTV system, providing added coverage without needing to deploy another tower or commit extra resource.
A Complete Security Service
WCCTV provides a fully managed security service for vacant properties in London, helping property managers stay protected without having to oversee equipment, coordinate contractors or respond to incidents themselves.
All systems are available to rent, so there’s no upfront cost or long-term commitment. We provide everything from initial site assessment to live monitoring, ongoing maintenance and end-of-hire removal.
Included with every rental:
Delivery, installation and rapid setup
Live video monitoring and real-time response
Health checks, remote diagnostics and maintenance
Secure footage access via desktop and mobile app
Local support from our London-based engineering team
Whether your site is in central London or the outer boroughs, we deliver fast, professional service and reliable protection for any vacancy duration.
We Don’t Just Record Crime. We Prevent it.
The video below demonstrates how our monitored CCTV systems detect and deter intruders in real-time. Most offenders leave immediately after hearing the unit’s audio challenge and seeing the visual warnings. If they don’t, our monitoring partners escalate the issue to the police or keyholders for a fast and effective response.
Our theft prevention gallery shows many more examples of how live monitored CCTV cameras prevent crime and increase construction site security, take a look:
Virtual Property Guardians
Without live monitoring, CCTV often becomes a passive tool that only records what’s already happened. WCCTV’s systems are different.
Every system includes live video monitoring by our NSI Gold accredited partners. When motion is detected, our team connects to the site immediately to assess and respond to the situation in real time.
Here’s how it works:
Motion sensors trigger an alert
Operators connect live to the system
An audio warning is issued to deter the intruder
Police or keyholders are contacted if required
This approach helps prevent theft, trespassing, vandalism and arson before damage occurs. For property managers and landlords in London, it’s a reliable way to stay protected and in control.
Professional On-Site Response
When a security alert happens outside normal working hours, someone still has to respond. WCCTV’s mobile keyholding service ensures that person isn’t you.
Our licensed security responders attend the site on your behalf following any verified alert. They investigate the issue, take action to secure the property and provide a full report detailing what occurred.
This service is ideal for landlords, asset managers and property teams who can’t be on call round the clock or don’t have personnel nearby.
What’s included:
Rapid response to verified threats
Safe access to the site and coordination with emergency services
Optional scheduled patrols
Full incident reporting after every callout
Available throughout Greater London, keyholding adds an extra layer of protection without adding pressure to your team.
Industry approved solutions
Temporary CCTV Backed by Local Expertise
WCCTV has been securing vacant and void properties across London for over 20 years. From our regional base in the capital, we help property managers, developers, landlords and local authorities protect sites of every type and size.
We understand the specific challenges London presents, including high footfall, persistent anti-social behaviour, complex site layouts and frequent asset turnover. Our CCTV systems and support services are designed to respond to these pressures quickly and effectively.
Our engineers are active across:
Central London: Westminster, Camden, Southwark, Islington
East London: Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Newham, Barking and Dagenham
South London: Lambeth, Croydon, Lewisham, Wandsworth
West London: Hammersmith, Ealing, Brent, Hounslow
North London: Barnet, Enfield, Haringey, Harrow
Wherever your property is located, we offer fast deployment, professional installation and dependable service throughout your hire.
A Proven Partner for Vacant Property Security
WCCTV is a trusted provider of temporary CCTV systems for vacant and void properties throughout Greater London. With more than two decades of experience and a local team on the ground, we support housing teams, landlords, commercial property managers and local authorities in securing high-risk sites quickly and effectively.
We offer:
Fast deployment to any London borough
Rental-based CCTV systems with no upfront cost
Full service management from install to removal
Live monitoring and real-time incident response
Remote access to footage via mobile and desktop
Local engineers and technical support teams
Whether you’re securing a single building or managing a wider portfolio, WCCTV delivers reliable protection, flexible coverage and end-to-end support.
Contact us
Ready to improve the security of your vacant property? Get in touch today for a free consultation or quote.
How Quickly Can You Deploy CCTV to a Vacant Property in London?
We offer rapid deployment across all London boroughs. In most cases, we can have your system installed and live within hours of confirmation.
Do Your Systems Work Without Power or Internet?
Yes. Our CCTV towers and redeployable cameras are completely self-sufficient, using solar power or fuel cells and 4G/5G connectivity.
Can I Rent a System for a Short-Term Vacancy?
Absolutely. We provide flexible rental terms to suit both short-term voids and long-term vacancies. You only pay for the time you need.
What Happens If an Incident Occurs at the Property?
Our monitoring partners respond to motion alerts in real time. They issue an audio warning and escalate to police or keyholders if required. You’ll receive a full incident report.
Will I Have Access to the Footage?
Yes. You can view both live and recorded footage at any time through our secure mobile app or desktop portal.
From the Blog
Long-term empty homes have risen to their highest level since 2011 this year, and with the amount of vacant space in the office and retail sector steadily increasing, vacant property is becoming a common term in the UK. However, what does this mean and why are they vulnerable to security risks?
