CCTV Facts

CCTV Facts & Figures

CCTV Cameras are commonly implemented to deter crime. Especially used in the UK, CCTV cameras can be seen on nearly every corner of London and other major cities.

How many CCTV cameras in the UK?

Because of the lack of regulation on CCTV it is difficult to know how many cameras are in operation in the UK. According to the latest polls there are only 1.85 million CCTV cameras in the UK, not 4.2 million as commonly claimed. That's according to research undertaken by the deputy chief constable of Cheshire, Graeme Gerrard.

How many CCTV cameras by Local Authorities?

The number of CCTV cameras operated by local authorities is 33,433 and there are additional 115,000 cameras on public transit throughout the United Kingdom.