Security Services Carlisle

Security Services Carlisle

  • The SIA's #1 Ranked Security Company, Independently Verified By The ACS
  • Carlisle-Based Officers For Rapid Deployment Across Cumbria
  • Bespoke Security Packages For The City's Retail, Logistics, Industrial, and Events Sectors
  • 24/7/365 Coverage, Centrally Coordinated By Our National Operations Centre
  • Request A Free, No-Obligation Quote From Our In-House Team

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Security Services Carlisle
  • The SIA's #1 Ranked Security Company, Independently Verified By The ACS
  • Carlisle-Based Officers For Rapid Deployment Across Cumbria
  • Bespoke Security Packages For The City's Retail, Logistics, Industrial, and Events Sectors
  • 24/7/365 Coverage, Centrally Coordinated By Our National Operations Centre
  • Request A Free, No-Obligation Quote From Our In-House Team

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SIA-Licensed Security Guards & Mobile Patrols in Carlisle

Carlisle is the commercial capital of Cumbria, serving a rural region of about 1.1million people and acting as one of the UK’s foremost rail hubs. A visible, professional presence is critical in protecting the city’s visitor footfall and trade, and ProFM Group’s security personnel meet that need with static guarding and mobile cover.

From the retailers at The Lanes to the businesses on the Kingstown and Parkhouse Industrial Estates, our security guards provide a visible presence and active deterrent day and night. Our mobile security patrols expand security coverage across manufacturing and industrial premises along the M6, where access control and perimeter security are a must.

All security officers are locally based, hold a current licence from the Security Industry Authority, and undergo vetting to the BS7858 standard before they can be deployed. We keep our services up to date with ongoing training for all teams, alongside central coordination runs through our National Operations Centre, which is manned and active 24/7.

ProFM security guard on patrol in Carlisle

NSI Gold-Accredited CCTV & Technology-Led Security in Carlisle

Every CCTV system we design starts from your site plan and risk profile built from a thorough assessment. All installation work and engineering services are certified to NSI Gold standards, while our access control and intruder alarm systems are accredited to Paxton Gold level. These are the security industry’s highest quality benchmarks and are a testament to the investment we’ve made in our security technology.

From permanent installations at a city centre office to monitored networks at a distribution unit or temporary surveillance for a build site at St Cuthbert’s Garden Village, every system works as a standalone solution or can be deployed alongside manned guarding for more comprehensive protection of your assets.

This quality extends to our catalogue of temporary security services, too. Our solar CCTV towers, VPOD intruder alarms and ProEyez AI-assisted perimeter security provide fully autonomous coverage, designed around your site, without blind spots. All three connect to our NOC through a worldwide SIM and can be set up at short notice for any site across Carlisle and the wider Cumbria area.

ProFM CCTV, access control and intruder alarm systems

Licensed Event Security in Carlisle

Qualifying venues have until Spring 2027 to comply with the mandatory regulations introduced under Martyn’s Law, which achieved Royal Assent in April 2025. At ProFM, we design our services with one eye on the future and already operate at the higher standards set out by the new legislation, so your event security meets the new requirements.

For a city like Carlisle, the benefits can’t be underestimated, given the varied crowds that are attracted all year round. Nearly three-quarters of a million people a year flock to The Sands Centre for its performances, while Bitts Park and Carlisle Castle have totally different risk profiles, with their calendar of outdoor events and ceremonial occasions.

Each risk profile needs a different approach, so we build your plan around your venue, expected attendance, alcohol service areas and emergency requirements. This includes scaling officer numbers at short notice if your risk profile changes on the day, ranging from high-visibility, SIA-licensed stewarding to discreet coverage for private events.

From bag and ticket checks to crowd management and car park control, to specially trained door supervisors on hand and qualified to manage alcohol service areas, our packages are fully end-to-end and built to match the city’s ever-popular events landscape.

ProFM event security services

What Security Services do ProFM Group Provide?

Security Guards

A visible, credible presence for your premises. Our security guards are fully trained, SIA-licensed, BS7858 vetted and based locally in the city with expert knowledge of the best transport routes to use when they’re called out.

Mobile Patrols

Larger sites and multi-building estates need extended coverage that static guards alone can’t provide. Our mobile patrols run scheduled and ad-hoc routes across wider industrial estates, covering more ground and providing a higher level of detection and deterrence.

Keyholding Services

Our key holding and alarm response keeps your staff away from out-of-hours call-outs and any risk that comes with them. This is one of our budget-friendly options that provides SIA-licensed guards at short notice for SMEs.

Concierge Security

Our concierge officers combine front-of-house service with SIA-licensed protection. Perfect for the city’s corporate offices where a welcoming presence alongside professional security is a must.

Canine Handlers

Some sites need a much higher level of detection and deterrence than manned guarding alone. Our NASDU-accredited canine handlers deliver just that, well-suited to industrial yards and isolated logistics sites with an increased risk profile.

Waking Watch Services

Our Waking Watch is FSE and NFCC compliant for residential and mixed-use buildings that need fire alarms and risk management by a physical watch. The service is available 24/7/365 with rapid deployment.

CCTV Installations & Monitoring

All CCTV installations are NSI Gold-accredited and AI-assisted. Every system is designed and installed around the site’s needs and monitored day and night from our NOC, underpinned by alarm activations backed by officer deployments.

Our Client Success Stories

Explore how we’ve worked with some of Carlisle’s biggest names, the solutions we’ve provided, and how you know you can trust us.

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Snuggledown

Paul Holland

You came across as someone who cared, someone who could fit our needs. We gave you a trial for the first year, and from there, we’ve never looked back. I can rely on people like Barry and Anthony actually looking after the place like it was their own premises. ProFM have always been on hand, whether our needs change last minute or over the weekend.

Snuggledown Case Study
ProFM working with Buzz Bingo

Buzz Group

ProFM's UK coverage, high degree of flexibility and experienced senior team have resulted in an excellent level of support across our events. Their approach and drive to really understand our events and the type of team they need to deploy at each venue has ensured that our customers and teams truly have a security team that have their safety and security at the forefront of their approach.

Buzz Group Case Study
ProFM working with Clitheroe Food Festival

Clitheroe Food Festival

One of Lancashire’s largest and most celebrated culinary festivals, we were thrilled to offer an extensive event security solution for the Clitheroe Food Festival. Now in its 10th year, the festival has only seen a boom in its popularity in recent years, and with rising visitor numbers, ProFM were able to adapt alongside the ever-popular festival.

ProFM working with BWSC

Burmeister Wain

Since the contract mobilisation, the security services delivered by ProFM Group's dedicated security officers have been above the standards expected. Our allocated Regional Operations Manager has also been a great support throughout to BWSC, our side's operations, and to the security staff.

Burmeister Wain Case Study
ProFM working with Hotel Chocolat

Hotel Chocolat

As one of the UK market leaders in luxury chocolate, Hotel Chocolat have quickly become synonymous with both that signature creamy texture and their high-impact, groundbreaking social initiatives. We’re thrilled to have been their security partner over the last 9 years, offering the bespoke levels of support that a brand like HC demands.

Hotel Chocolat Case Study
ProFM working with Dennis Eagle

Dennis Eagle

Discover our work with renowned waste infrastructure provider Dennis Eagle, where we've delivered a multi-layered, intelligent solution that couples two of our most in-demand solutions - CCTV monitoring and surveillance, and key holding and alarm response. 

Dennis Eagle Case Study
ProFM working with Sykes Seafood

Sykes Seafood

Discover our partnership with one of the UK's premier seafood distributors in Sykes, delivering round-the-clock coverage for their state-of-the-art facility in Warrington.

Sykes Seafood Case Study
ProFM working with Security and Fire Experts LTD

Security and Fire Experts Ltd

Neil Drummond

ProFM Group really did "pull it out of the bag" for us! I would just like to thank the team for providing a great service at the drop of a hat.

ProFM working with Tameside Council

Tameside Council

Harry Catherall, Chief Executive

Following the local by-election in Longdendale, I wanted to take the opportunity to convey our sincere gratitude for the support given in delivering a successful election count, and the support given by ProFM Group was vital. Please pass on our thanks to all your officers involved, who were a great help in getting it sorted.

ProFM working with Victorian Plumbing

Victorian Plumbing

Warren Baker, Facilities Manager

ProFM Group provide security services for us, and from the initial discussion to present, they have excelled in all areas. Excellent communication and a great service provided. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending them.

ProFM working with Compagnie Fruitiere UK Ltd

Compagnie Fruitiere UK Ltd

ProFM has consistently delivered a professional, reliable, and proactive security service. Their team is attentive, well‑trained, and quick to respond to any situation, giving us complete confidence in the safety and protection of our site. Communication is always clear and efficient, and their commitment to maintaining high standards truly sets them apart. We highly recommend ProFM to any organisation looking for a dependable and trustworthy security partner.

ProFM Group working with The Green Parts Specialists

The Green Parts Specialists

Facilities Manager

We have been very pleased with the service provided by ProFM Group. The team has been professional, responsive and reliable throughout. Their communication, especially from Operations Manager Anthony Stokes, is excellent, and they always demonstrate a proactive approach to meeting our requirements.

ProFM Group working with Fylde Council

Fylde Council

Health & Sports Development Officer

We've had an excellent experience working with ProFM Group during their time providing security at Kirkham Pool. Their team has always been responsive, professional and reliable, giving us confidence that the site is secure whenever we've needed their support. The team are friendly, approachable and professional at all times, making them a pleasure to work with. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend ProFM Group to any organisation seeking a dependable, high-quality security service.

Why Choose ProFM Group?

Choosing ProFM Group as your security company in Carlisle means you benefit from a range of expertise, including:

Custom security packages tailored to individual clients and their unique risk profiles

Tailored Security Services

Off-the-shelf cover always leaves gaps in your security. Every ProFM solution starts from your site plans and a full risk assessment, so your security services are bespoke to match what you actually need.

Security officers acting as a powerful criminal deterrent

Licensed Security Professionals

Every officer we deploy across Carlisle holds a current SIA licence and has been vetted to BS7858 standard to provide the highest level of protection for your property and people.

Rapid security response with an average 30-minute officer arrival

A Rapid Response Service

Our locally-based officers, coordinated through our National Operations Centre, give an average response time of 30 minutes across the Carlisle area, whether a call comes at 2pm or 2am.

Flexible security solutions supporting business growth

An Evolving Security Partnership

Your security needs don’t stay the same as your business grows. We work as a long-term security partner, scaling and adapting services around you as your headcount, premises and risk profile change.

Security officers acting as a powerful criminal deterrent

Strong Deterrent To Criminals

Having a visible, uniformed officer on-site is one of the most cost-effective deterrents against crime you can use. Our security officers can often stop opportunistic crimes from happening at all.

30 years of experience delivering comprehensive security services

An Expansive Security Catalogue

Over the last 30 years in the security industry, we’ve built a comprehensive portfolio of security services, including CCTV installation and monitoring, key holding and alarm response, Waking Watch, canine handlers and event security. All delivered by one licensed security company.

What Sectors Do We Provide Security Services For In Carlisle?

Complete security solutions and 24/7 protection for all manufacturing and industrial sites & warehouses

Industrial & Manufacturing Security

Industrial security includes mobile patrols, canine handlers and permanent or temporary CCTV keeping factories and production sites secure across the city's estates.

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Cost-effective CCTV and manned guarding solutions for construction sites & projects

Construction Site Security

Carlisle's development pipeline creates high-value opportunities for criminals at different stages of your build. We provide round-the-clock construction site security for clients, including manned guarding and temporary surveillance for any construction location.

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SIA-licensed retail security for UK high streets, shopping centres, and city hotspots

Retail Security

The Lanes and Kingstown Retail Park attract plenty of footfall, but also the risks that come with it. Our retail security pairs static guarding, undercover store detectives and monitored CCTV built for high-volume environments.

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Tailored hospitality security and venue guarding for UK leisure businesses

Hospitality & Tourism Security

Martyn's Law has put increased pressure on venues and event managers when it comes to professional event security. Our hospitality and events security provides SIA-licensed door supervisors, crowd management and mobile patrols for a variety of event risk profiles.

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UK keyholding and corporate security packages for offices and business HQ's

Corporate & Office Security

Our corporate security combines concierge-led guarding, access control and CCTV for the city’s professional-services occupiers and city-centre offices.

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24/7 vacant property security guarding and protection

Vacant Property Security

Our vacant property security services span manned guarding, alarm response, key holding, VPOD alarms, and temporary CCTV for empty commercial units across Carlisle, protecting sites and limiting your Occupier’s Liability exposure.

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University campus with colleges, highlighting education security services for safe learning

Education Security

Education security packages adapt and scale to large university campuses, schools and colleges with DBS-checked officers, access control, CCTV and ad hoc event security that provides protection without disrupting your learning environment.

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SIA-licensed warehouse security and overnight patrols for UK logistics sites

Logistics & Distribution Security

Access control, gatehouse security, overnight guarding, and mobile patrols keep your warehouse security as part of our logistics and distribution security for Carlisle's key distribution hubs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Still unsure of our credentials for delivering security services in Carlisle? Here's a selection of our most-asked questions, and how we're able to help.

Still got a Question?

Our network of SIA-licensed, locally-based officers across Carlisle can often be placed on your site the same day you enquire, or the following morning. If you need a more structured handover, we’ll produce a full plan that’s agreed with you in advance.

Our average officer-on-site time is just 30 minutes for any site across Carlisle. This is possible because all our officers are based in the area they work in, so they know the best routes to take and avoid, with our NOC providing coordination at all times.

Yes. If you’ve been let down by another provider or need urgent cover in response to an incident, our officers can typically be sent to your site the same day across all our Carlisle security services, whether it’s manned or technology-based deployments.

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ProFM security risks and crime statistics across the UK

Carlisle's Key Crime Statistics

  • Public Order Offences 2.19 Times The National Average

    Cumbria Police recorded 934 public order reports in the 12 months to April 2026.

  • Robbery Up 28% Year-on-Year

    Carlisle recorded 41 robbery offences in the most recent reporting period, up from 32 the previous year, ranking the city as Cumbria’s worst-affected area for robbery.

  • Violence The Most Common Crime

    3,643 violent and sexual offences were recorded in the city’s most recent reporting period, up 4.5% year-on-year, and the most common recorded crime in the city.

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