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Vacant properties in Wales, particularly commercial and industrial buildings, are prime targets for criminal activity such as vandalism, arson, theft and fly‑tipping.
With no on‑site staff, utilities or perimeter security, these unoccupied sites are fully exposed to repeat damage, high insurance rates and safety hazards. WCCTV offers temporary CCTV systems, combined with live monitoring, as a simple and effective solution.
Our fully managed service is trusted by councils, property managers, commercial landlords and industrial estate managers across Wales.
All systems are available to rent and run independently of power, internet or fixed infrastructure, making them suitable for any site or vacancy duration.
Securing the Unoccupied
Vacant commercial and industrial properties across Wales face ongoing threats including theft, vandalism, arson, squatting and fly‑tipping. With no staff on site, no utilities and limited natural surveillance, these buildings are often left completely exposed.
WCCTV’s temporary CCTV systems are purpose-built to:
Deter unauthorised access and criminal damage
Prevent arson, trespassing and antisocial behaviour
Keep property managers and landlords informed remotely
Our systems are deployed without the need for power, internet or permanent infrastructure, making them suitable for any location. As part of a fully managed service, we provide:
Rental equipment, rapid installation and guidance on placement
Live monitoring by NSI Gold accredited partners
Ongoing maintenance and remote diagnostics
Secure access to footage via mobile app and desktop portal
Whether you're securing a disused warehouse or a large portfolio of vacant properties, we deliver fast, flexible and reliable protection.
The First Choice in Wales for Temporary Security
Our team takes care of everything from system selection and placement to installation, monitoring and support. You stay focused on your property, not the security tech.
Systems operate without power, internet or human intervention. They’re ideal for securing properties in remote, off-grid or decommissioned industrial locations.
With flexible rental terms and no capital outlay, you get a cost-effective solution tailored to the length of your vacancy or project timeline.
Our towers are painted bright yellow and clearly marked to show the site is under surveillance, acting as a strong visual warning to anyone approaching the property. This deterrent is enhanced by flashing blue LEDs, alarms and voice down challenges.
You can check footage anytime through our mobile app or desktop portal. Stay in control even when you can’t be on-site
Our systems can cut costs by up to 88% compared to manned guarding while delivering faster alerts and more consistent coverage.
Our local engineers and account managers provide fast deployment and ongoing support across Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Wrexham and beyond.
Rapid Protection for Vacant Sites
WCCTV’s mobile CCTV towers are available for hire across Wales to provide immediate and highly visible protection for vacant properties.
Our towers are up to 7m tall, painted bright yellow and fitted with high-definition cameras, infrared sensors, and onboard video transmission. They operate without the need for power or internet, making them suitable for sites with no existing infrastructure.
They can be installed in under an hour with no groundworks or civil engineering required. Once deployed, they are monitored in real time by our NSI Gold accredited partners, who respond immediately to any suspicious activity.
You can choose solar-powered or hybrid models, both designed to suit different site conditions and durations. Towers are supported throughout the rental period with maintenance, diagnostics and rapid engineer callouts when required.
Whether you're managing a single commercial unit or a larger portfolio of vacant properties, our towers provide consistent coverage, strong visual deterrence and a straightforward path to compliance and peace of mind.
Flexible Coverage for Changing Risks
WCCTV’s redeployable CCTV cameras offer a flexible solution for monitoring vacant properties where risks change frequently or infrastructure is limited.
These compact cameras can be installed in minutes using existing columns, walls or lighting poles.
They operate using 4G or 5G connectivity and do not require power or internet, making them ideal for short-term voids, communal areas, or buildings awaiting redevelopment.
Widely used by local authorities, housing teams and commercial landlords across Wales, redeployable cameras help secure stairwells, entry points, car parks, alleyways and shared access routes.
Redeployable CCTV units can be paired with video monitoring and you can access footage remotely through a mobile app or desktop portal. If risks shift or priorities change, the camera can be quickly repositioned to where it’s needed most.
A Complete Range of Temporary CCTV Systems
Extra Protection for High-Risk Access Points
The WCCTV Hornet is a compact perimeter intrusion detection (PID) unit designed to protect vulnerable areas that standard CCTV may not fully cover.
Each unit is fitted with four fixed-lens cameras providing full 360-degree coverage, infrared motion detection, high-intensity strobe lighting and an optional voice-down speaker.
When motion is detected, the Hornet triggers a visual and audible warning while alerting our monitoring team in real time.
Hornets are commonly used to cover blind spots such as alleyways, stairwells, rear entrances, scaffold zones, storage yards and gaps in perimeter fencing. They are solar powered with battery backup, easy to install and simple to reposition as risks shift across your site.
As part of your WCCTV system, the Hornet integrates directly with live monitoring and provides extra coverage without needing to install a second tower or commit extra resources.
Complete Security Without the Complexity
WCCTV provides a fully managed service for vacant property security, helping you stay in control without getting pulled into day-to-day issues. From choosing the right system to live monitoring and ongoing support, we handle it all.
All of our CCTV systems are available to rent. There are no upfront costs, no servicing responsibilities and no need to store equipment between deployments. You only pay for the coverage you need, for as long as you need it.
Every rental includes:
System delivery, installation and rapid setup
Live video monitoring and incident response
Maintenance, remote diagnostics and health checks
Secure access to footage via desktop and mobile app
Ongoing support from our Wales-based engineering team
Whether your property is in Cardiff, Swansea, Wrexham or a remote rural site, we can deploy quickly and support you throughout the hire.
We Don’t Just Record Crime. We Stop It.
The video below shows 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 to police or keyholders for a fast, 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
Installing cameras is only part of the solution. Without live monitoring, incidents may go unnoticed until long after the damage is done.
WCCTV’s vacant property CCTV systems include live video monitoring as standard. When motion is detected, an alert is sent instantly to our NSI Gold accredited monitoring partners who connect to the site in real time and take immediate action.
Here’s how the response works:
Motion sensors detect activity on site
Operators access the live feed to verify the threat
An audio warning is issued to deter the intruder
Police or mobile keyholders are dispatched if required
This proactive approach helps stop trespassing, vandalism, arson and theft before they escalate. It ensures your properties remain secure and gives you full visibility of what’s happening, even when you’re not there.
Professional On-Site Responding Service
When a security incident occurs outside of working hours, someone needs to be available. WCCTV’s mobile keyholding service makes sure that person isn’t you.
Our trained and licensed keyholding partners respond quickly to verified alerts from our monitoring team. They access the property safely, investigate the cause of the alarm and take any necessary action to secure the site. You’ll receive a full incident report after every callout.
Keyholding is ideal for vacant commercial properties, industrial units and remote sites where internal teams or contractors can’t attend quickly or safely.
What’s included:
Rapid response to verified threats
Safe access for emergency services or contractors
Scheduled patrols available on request
Detailed reporting for every attendance
This service is available across Wales and adds another layer of protection to your vacant property setup.
Industry approved solutions
Protecting Vacant Properties Across Wales
WCCTV has been securing vacant and void properties across Wales for over 20 years.
From our regional base in Newport, we support housing providers, commercial landlords and local authorities in protecting everything from empty retail units to disused industrial estates.
We understand the practical challenges of managing unoccupied properties in Wales, including rural access, repeat vandalism and long-term void periods. Our CCTV systems and managed services are built to address these issues directly.
Our engineers are active across:
South Wales: Cardiff, Newport, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil
West Wales: Carmarthen, Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion
North Wales: Wrexham, Flintshire, Denbighshire
Mid Wales: Powys, Newtown, Llandrindod Wells
Wherever your property is located, we provide fast deployment, professional installation and reliable service throughout your hire.
A Trusted Name in Vacant Property Security
WCCTV is a leading supplier of temporary CCTV systems for vacant and void properties.
With over 20 years of experience and a strong presence across Wales, we’re trusted by commercial landlords, local authorities, housing providers and property managers to secure unoccupied buildings of every type.
We offer:
Rapid deployment to any location in Wales
Rental-based systems with no upfront investment
Full system management, including installation, monitoring and support
Remote access to footage via mobile and desktop
Local engineering teams and dedicated account support
Whether you're protecting one site or an entire portfolio, we make it easy to secure vacant properties without the usual delays or complications.
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 Wales?
From our HQ in Newport, we can offer rapid deployment across Wales. Most systems can be delivered, installed and monitored within hours of confirmation.
Do Your Systems Work Without Power or Internet?
Yes. Our CCTV towers and redeployable cameras are fully self-sufficient, using solar power and 4G/5G connectivity. No site infrastructure is needed.
Can I Rent a System for a Short Period?
Absolutely. Our rental model is designed for both short-term voids and longer-term vacancies. You only pay for the time you need.
What Happens if an Incident Occurs at the Property?
When motion is detected, our monitoring partners connect live to the system, issue an audio challenge and escalate to police or keyholders if needed. You'll receive a full incident report.
Can I Access the Footage Myself?
Yes. You'll have secure access to both live and recorded video through our 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?
