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Trusted Security Services in Colchester
Oakpark Security Systems is a leading provider of integrated security solutions across East Anglia and the South Coast of England. Established as part of the Vertas Group, one of the UK's fastest-growing facilities management companies, we combine manpower, technology, and consultancy to deliver tailored security strategies. Our network of five regional offices supports over 160 SIA-licensed security officers protecting more than 1,200 locations. We specialise in Security Personnel, Mobile Patrols, Remote CCTV Monitoring, and Resilience Consultancy, with a focus on real-time data-driven decision-making. Our services are strengthened by partnerships with industry leaders like Safepoint for lone worker protection and Immix for advanced CCTV monitoring.Holding Approved Contractor Status and BSIA membership, we maintain rigorous quality standards while offering flexible solutions for commercial, residential, and vacant properties. Our 24/7 Central Operations Centre ensures immediate response capabilities, supported by cutting-edge technology including TrackTik verification systems and Calipsa Pro Analytics for false alarm reduction. We prioritise client integration through bespoke training programs and proactive risk assessments, serving diverse sectors from retail to manufacturing. With over three decades of combined experience in security operations, our team delivers solutions that balance deterrence with cost-effectiveness while maintaining strict compliance with industry regulations.
Services
Security Personnel
Mobile Patrols
CCTV Monitoring
Keyholding Services
Lone Worker Protection
Vacant Property Security
Security Consultancy
Highlights and features
- 24/7 rapid response service with 1-hour dispatch guarantee
- 160+ SIA-licensed security officers across 5 regional offices
- Real-time incident reporting with TrackTik verification technology
- Approved Contractor with BSIA industry accreditation
- Integrated solutions combining manpower, technology and consultancy
Associations and certifications
- British Security Industry Association (BSIA)
- Approved Contractor Status
Services
Security Personnel
SIA-licensed security personnel providing visible deterrence and protection across commercial and residential properties. Our trained officers use mobile technology for real-time reporting and integrate with client operations through bespoke training. Services include site-based security for retail, education, and industrial sectors with 24/7 availability.
Mobile Patrols
Flexible security patrols using marked vehicles and NFC verification technology. Officers conduct scheduled or random checks of premises with real-time incident reporting. Includes external inspections of doors, windows, and security systems with immediate response to suspicious activity across East Anglia and the South Coast.
CCTV Monitoring
24/7 remote CCTV monitoring using Immix platform integration. Features include motion detection alerts, Calipsa Pro Analytics for false alarm reduction, and encrypted footage storage. Services combine with keyholding for rapid response and offer global accessibility through web-based portals with 93% false alarm filtering.
Lone Worker Protection
BS:8484-accredited protection using Safepoint app technology. Features GPS tracking, fall detection, and manual alarm activation with 24/7 control room monitoring. Includes automated check calls and emergency response procedures for high-risk workers across multiple industries with integrated mobile panic alarms.
Vacant Property Security
Comprehensive security for unoccupied commercial properties using physical barriers and wireless technology. Services include daily inspections, meter readings, and deployment of solar-powered CCTV towers. Combines mobile patrols with risk assessments to meet insurance requirements and prevent criminal damage across short and long-term vacancies.
Questions
What security services do you offer?
We provide security personnel, mobile patrols, CCTV monitoring, keyholding, lone worker protection, vacant property security, and security consultancy services across East Anglia and the South Coast.
Do you operate 24/7?
Yes, our services operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year with 1-hour response times from our regional offices in Colchester, Cambridge, Norwich, Bury St Edmunds, and Portsmouth.
Are your security officers licensed?
All our security personnel hold current SIA licenses with mandatory training in first aid, conflict resolution, and emergency procedures to maintain industry compliance standards.
How do you ensure service quality?
We use TrackTik verification systems for patrol confirmation, Calipsa Pro Analytics for CCTV accuracy, and regular client briefings to maintain service excellence across all security operations.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across East Anglia and the South Coast including Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire, and Hampshire with five regional offices supporting localised service delivery.
Can you provide emergency response?
Our 24/7 Central Operations Centre dispatches uniformed officers in marked vehicles within one hour of alarm activation, with procedures for intruder detention and emergency services coordination.
