Guide · Commercial CCTV

How much does commercial CCTV installation cost?

The price of a business CCTV system depends on what you need it to see, how far the cabling runs and how long you keep the footage. Here is what drives the cost, so you can compare quotes like for like.

By the PC1 CCTV team · Updated October 2026

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Typical costs

Price ranges for common systems.

Every system is quoted after a site survey.

System	What it covers	Typical cost
Small office or shop	4–6 cameras, recorder, remote viewing	Quoted after survey
Yard, warehouse or multi-building site	8–16 cameras, network cabling, longer retention	From £20,000
Specialist	Thermal, radar or ANPR cameras, analytics, access control integration	Quoted after survey

What drives the cost

Six things that change the price.

Number and type of cameras: fixed, PTZ, thermal or radar detection.
Cabling: distance, building fabric and whether external runs or ducting are needed.
Recording and retention: how many days of footage you keep, and at what quality.
Remote viewing and alerts: apps, cloud access and analytics that cut false alarms.
Integration with access control, intercoms and audio announcements.
Maintenance: cleaning, firmware updates and health checks after installation.

Before you buy

Questions to ask every installer.

Which camera brand, and who supports it in the UK?
Who maintains the firmware and the recorder after installation?
Is the system on your business network, and who secures it?
How long is footage kept, and how is it exported for police or insurers?
Does the design follow UK GDPR and ICO guidance for CCTV, including signage?

Because the same PC1 team runs IT and cyber security, the cameras and recorders we install are patched and monitored like any other device on your network. See Axis CCTV and access control.

CCTV cost questions

What people ask before switching.

Do we need signs for business CCTV?

If your cameras record people, UK data protection law applies. The ICO expects clear signs, a stated reason for recording and a set retention period. We include signage and a retention plan in every design.

Can we view the cameras on our phones?

Yes. Systems we install can be viewed on phones and laptops, with alerts for movement in set areas or at set times.

Is wireless CCTV cheaper?

Wireless cameras cut cabling cost, but most still need power, and wired network cameras are more reliable on business sites. We recommend wired wherever the building allows.

Case studies

CCTV we have designed and installed.

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