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SPS can review the current mix of guarding, procedures and technology and help identify whether a different or hybrid model would be more proportionate." } } ] } ] --- Established in Hull in 1992 — Trusted Security Services Across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire [01482 226570](tel:+441482226570)24/7 Control Room [![SPS Security](https://qtrypzzcjebvfcihiynt.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/base44-prod/public/698915a4f050929687a915b6/a2fa8c13a_SPSSecurityNewLogo.png)](/) Services Sectors How We Operate Insights & Tools About [Careers](/careers)[Contact](/contact-us) [Book a Security Review Book a Review ](/contact-us) [Home](/)[Locations](/locations)Security in York North Yorkshire # Security Company in York Regional guarding, patrol, keyholding and electronic security support for organisations across York and the surrounding area. [Get a Free Quote](/quote) [Book a Security Review](/tools/security-review) SIA Approved Contractor ISO 9001 Certified ACS Pacesetters Safe Contractor Approved Established 1992 SPS Security provides professional security guarding, mobile patrols, keyholding and alarm response, technical security and vacant property inspections across York and North Yorkshire, coordinated through our 24/7 control room. About SPS in York SPS Security supports organisations across York through its regional security operation, coordinated from the verified Hull head office and 24/7 Control Room. Services can include security guarding, mobile patrols, keyholding and alarm response, CCTV, access control and integrated security planning, designed around the site rather than implying a physical SPS office in York. Services in York ## Security services available in York [ Security Guarding Find out more ](/services/security-guarding)[ Mobile Patrols Find out more ](/services/mobile-patrols)[ Keyholding & Alarm Response Find out more ](/services/keyholding-alarm-response)[ CCTV Find out more ](/remote-cctv-monitoring-access-control-support)[ Access Control Find out more ](/services/technical-security)[ Remote Monitoring Find out more ](/services/security-guarding)[ Lock & Unlock Services Find out more ](/services/lock-and-unlock-services)[ Hybrid Security Find out more ](/services/security-guarding) Local Knowledge ## Security in York — what we know City of York Council describes York as a global science city with strengths in rail technology, bioscience, creative technology, tourism and hospitality. That mix creates varied security requirements: high-footfall visitor and retail premises need clear access, incident and closing procedures; rail, science and office environments may require controlled access and monitored systems; education and commercial sites often need dependable out-of-hours escalation. A proportionate model may combine guarding at busy periods with CCTV, access control, keyholding or patrol checks outside operating hours. Local Crime Snapshot — York Apr 2026 – Jun 2026 · Police UK Open Data Higher Activity 2234 nearby incidents recorded Lower Moderate Higher Top crime categories Violent Crime 707 Anti-Social Behaviour 554 Shoplifting 353 [Get a full risk report for your premises](/tools/local-risk-snapshot) Approximate street-level incidents within ~1 mile of YO1 7HH. Generalised by Police UK — not linked to specific addresses. Indicative Security Costs — Yorkshire & Lincolnshire Security Guarding from £18.25 per hour Mobile Patrols from £12.50 per visit Keyholding & Alarm Response from £250.00 per year Vacant Property Inspections from £25.00 per visit Rates are indicative benchmarks. Actual costs depend on hours, site type and specific requirements. Useful Tools [ Local Risk Snapshot Get a free crime and risk report for your specific premises ](/tools/local-risk-snapshot)[ Security Cost Planner Build a detailed cost estimate for your security requirements ](/tools/security-cost-planner)[ Rapid Security Check See how your current security measures up in minutes ](/tools/rapid-security-check)[ Hybrid Security Review Review your mix of guarding, technology and patrol cover ](/tools/hybrid-security-review) What We Deliver ## Security services in York ### Guarding for Public-Facing and Commercial Sites Security guarding can be designed for visitor, retail, education, office and specialist commercial environments across York. Duties, hours and escalation routes are agreed for the individual site, with no assumption that every premises needs permanent guarding. [Learn more about guarding for public-facing and commercial sites](/services/security-guarding) ### Keyholding, Patrols and Out-of-Hours Support For suitable contracted sites, keyholding, alarm response and scheduled patrol arrangements can provide an accountable out-of-hours layer. Every arrangement is confirmed against the site location, access instructions and operational resources. [Learn more about keyholding, patrols and out-of-hours support](/services/keyholding-alarm-response) ### CCTV, Access Control and Hybrid Security CCTV, access control and remote monitoring can be combined with targeted guarding or response services. This can suit York organisations that need controlled access, incident evidence and escalation without relying on a single security measure. [Learn more about cctv, access control and hybrid security](/services/technical-security) Coverage ## Areas we cover near York York Acomb Clifton Fulford Haxby Nearby coverage ## Related live locations [Goole](/locations/goole)[Harrogate](/locations/harrogate)[Hull](/locations/hull)[Leeds](/locations/leeds) Explore further ## Security Insights & Tools for York ![Security officer reviewing procedures at a public-facing premises](https://base44.app/api/apps/698915a4f050929687a915b6/files/mp/public/698915a4f050929687a915b6/ffdd923d4_secuirty-service.jpeg) ### Public-Facing Premises: Security Procedures Every Site Should Review Public-facing premises need clear security procedures for access, escalation, lockdown, incidents and staff responsibilities. This guide explains what to review. [Read insight](/insights/public-facing-premises-security-procedures) ![CCTV and access control systems in a commercial reception area](https://base44.app/api/apps/698915a4f050929687a915b6/files/mp/public/698915a4f050929687a915b6/e071fedc9_security-service-report.png) ### CCTV, Access Control and Visitor Management: Why Systems Still Need Procedures CCTV and access control systems are useful, but they still need clear procedures for who monitors, who responds and how incidents are recorded. [Read insight](/insights/cctv-access-control-visitor-management-procedures) Interactive tool ### Security Decision Support Consultant Assess your security needs, compare realistic options and identify practical priorities. [Use this tool](/tools/security-solutions-consultant) FAQs ## Frequently asked questions — York Common questions about our security services in York and the surrounding area. What security services can SPS provide for organisations in York? Depending on the site and agreed specification, SPS can support guarding, mobile patrols, keyholding and alarm response, CCTV, access control, remote monitoring and hybrid security planning across York. Does SPS Security have an office in York? No SPS office is claimed in York. York is a service area supported through SPS Security’s regional operation from the verified Hull head office, with 24/7 Control Room coordination. Can SPS support visitor attractions and public-facing premises? Yes. Suitable arrangements may include visible guarding, access and visitor procedures, CCTV monitoring, opening and closing controls and documented incident escalation, tailored to the premises. How can York offices and science or rail businesses combine people and technology? A review can consider access control and CCTV alongside targeted guarding, keyholding or patrol support, so people are deployed where judgement and intervention add the most value. Is keyholding and alarm response available in the York area? It can be included where operationally suitable and confirmed during service design. Attendance arrangements depend on the exact site, contract and available regional resources. Can SPS review an existing security arrangement in York? Yes. SPS can review the current mix of guarding, procedures and technology and help identify whether a different or hybrid model would be more proportionate. [Free Business Security Assessment](/tools/security-solutions-consultant)[Security Decision Support Methodology](/tools/security-decision-support) Explore further ## Related pages for York Related sectors [Education](/sectors/education)[Offices & Business Parks](/sectors/offices-business-parks) Get in Touch ## Get in Touch We serve York from our regional office. Contact us today for a free no-obligation site assessment. 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