CCTV, Access Control & Security Systems in Leicester
Active Communications extends its CCTV, access control and network cabling services to businesses in Leicester and Leicestershire. Leicester is a diverse commercial city with strong manufacturing, retail and professional services sectors. For larger projects - multi-site rollouts, industrial CCTV, or complex access control deployments - we travel to Leicester and the surrounding East Midlands. Our Paxton Platinum Partner status and Hikvision VASP accreditation mean Leicester businesses get the same high standards as our home region.
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Services Available in Leicester
We provide the full range of security and connectivity services to businesses in Leicester and the surrounding Leicestershire area.
CCTV Systems
HD and IP CCTV systems using Hikvision, Axis, Hanwha, Dahua, Genie and HiLook cameras. Hikvision VASP accredited. NDAA 889-compliant options: Axis, Hanwha and Genie.
Access Control
Paxton Platinum Partner. Net2, Paxton10 and biometric door entry systems.
Network Cabling
Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and fibre optic cabling. Excel partner. Fluke certified.
Telephony & VoIP
Cloud VoIP and hosted phone systems. Keep your numbers, reduce costs.
Internet & Connectivity
Business broadband, leased lines and 4G/5G failover with SLA uptime guarantees.
Support & Maintenance
Maintenance contracts and fast-response support. Third-party systems supported.
Camera brands we install
We are not tied to a single manufacturer. We specify the right camera for each site - from cost-effective commercial-grade options to NDAA Section 889-compliant brands for schools, public sector bodies and organisations with US supply chain requirements.
Dahua
StandardReliable and cost-effective. Good range of specialist cameras including fisheye, multi-sensor and PTZ. Suitable for commercial settings not subject to NDAA procurement restrictions.
Hikvision
StandardMarket-leading image quality and value. Our most commonly specified brand for commercial, retail and industrial sites. As a Hikvision VASP we have direct manufacturer training and support.
Genie
NDAA 889 ✓NDAA Section 889 compliant. UK-distributed. Good value for commercial, education and public sector sites where NDAA compliance is required without the premium of Axis or Hanwha.
Hanwha
NDAA 889 ✓South Korean. NDAA Section 889 compliant. Strong on-board analytics capability. A good choice for schools and public sector sites requiring NDAA compliance with advanced detection features.
Axis
NDAA 889 ✓Swedish-manufactured. NDAA Section 889 compliant. Our first choice for public sector sites, local authorities, NHS trusts and organisations with US supply chain obligations.
HiLook
StandardHikvision-backed brand. Economical option for budget-conscious commercial installs. Suitable where NDAA compliance is not required.
NDAA 889 Compliant - suitable for public sector, local authority, schools and organisations with US supply chain requirements. Standard brands are appropriate for all other commercial installations.
Why Leicester Businesses Choose Active Communications
Paxton Platinum Partner - top tier access control accreditation
Hikvision VASP accredited - Hikvision, Axis, Hanwha, Dahua, Genie and HiLook camera brands installed
Excel Cabling Partner - certified structured cabling with warranty
Established 1989 - 35+ years of Midlands installations
Free site survey and straightforward advice
NDAA 889 compliant camera options for public sector clients
Also Serving Areas Near Leicester
Ready to secure your Leicester premises?
Get in touch for a free, no-obligation site survey. We'll visit your Leicester site, assess your requirements and provide a detailed proposal.