Astra Security Ltd

What Astra Security Ltd does

Astra Security Ltd is a Bristol-based, privately held physical security systems integrator founded circa 1991, operating across the UK, Republic of Ireland, and parts of Europe. The company designs, installs, and maintains integrated security systems for enterprise clients, with a portfolio spanning access control, CCTV, remote CCTV monitoring, facial recognition, customer flow control, thermal imaging, and body worn video. Its customer base spans major high street retailers (Watches of Switzerland, H&M, Holland & Barrett, Ann Summers), banks, sports clubs (Gloucestershire County Cricket, Bristol Bears), schools, logistics providers (Ceva Logistics, Booker, Makro), and manufacturers (Smurfit Kappa, Saint-Gobain). The company is differentiated less by proprietary technology than by a custom-design service model, NSI Gold certification, and tier-one vendor partnerships (Paxton Gold, Hikvision Gold, Facewatch accredited).

The business operates a direct enterprise field sales motion, with a 24-hour helpdesk supporting clients post-installation. Astra holds NSI NACOSS Gold Standard (BS EN ISO 9001:2015), SafeContractor accreditation, and Cyber Essentials certification — credentials that gate larger commercial contracts in the UK. Revenue is generated through professional services fees for system design, installation, and ongoing maintenance, though pricing is not publicly disclosed. The company has no external funding, no parent entity, and no disclosed ownership changes, indicating a bootstrapped, owner-operated model. Select_customers include 22 named enterprise logos across retail, banking, sports, education, logistics, and manufacturing, with active industry partnerships including multi-tier sponsorship of Gloucestershire Cricket and a two-year deal with Cribbs Football Club (2023-2025). The 19-employee organization emphasizes long staff tenure — multiple team members have crossed 15-year service milestones — alongside recent hiring in finance and project management to support ongoing operations.

Name

Astra Security Ltd

Legal name

Astra Security Ltd

Website

https://astrasec.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Astra Security Ltd is a Bristol-based physical security systems integrator that designs, installs, and maintains integrated CCTV, access control, and remote monitoring systems for enterprise clients including major retailers, banks, manufacturers, and sports clubs across the UK, Ireland, and parts of Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Physical Security Services

NAICS

Security Systems Services (56162), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPABAMAG

Access Control Management & Credentialing (Badging/Visitor Management Ops)

Business & Public Services/Facilities Management & Building Services/Security Management Services

Keywords

• Integrated security systems
• CCTV installation
• Access control systems
• Remote monitoring services
• Security system maintenance

Headquarters

HQ city

Yate, Bristol

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Security System Design, Installation, and Maintenance: Astra Security designs, installs, and maintains integrated security systems for commercial and institutional clients. Services include access control, CCTV, remote CCTV monitoring, facial recognition, customer flow control, thermal technology, and body worn video.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Astra Security Ltd designs, installs, and maintains integrated security systems for commercial and institutional clients across the UK, Republic of Ireland, and parts of Europe. Its core offerings include access control, CCTV, remote CCTV monitoring, facial recognition, customer flow control, thermal technology, and body worn video, delivered alongside project management and ongoing service and maintenance supported by a 24-hour helpdesk. Solutions are custom-designed to client-specific requirements using technology from partners such as Paxton, Hikvision, and Facewatch.

Product overview

Astra Security Ltd provides a portfolio of integrated security systems and solutions. The core offering consists of security system design, installation, and maintenance services, including Access Control, CCTV, Remote CCTV Monitoring, Facial Recognition, Customer Flow Control, Thermal Technology, and Body Worn Video. The company operates with a 24-hour helpdesk and offers project management and ongoing service/maintenance support. They serve a broad range of customers including major high street retailers, banks, sports clubs, and schools across the UK, Republic of Ireland, and parts of Europe.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Access Control Custom-designed access control systems for commercial and institutional clients, covering site entry management, door control, and integration with broader security estates, delivered as part of Astra's integrated security solutions.
• Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Custom-designed CCTV systems for enterprise clients, including retail stores, banks, sports clubs, and schools, integrated with broader security systems and supported by ongoing maintenance.
• Remote CCTV Monitoring Remote monitoring services for installed CCTV systems, providing 24-hour oversight and helpdesk support to enterprise clients across the UK and Ireland.
• Facial Recognition Facial recognition technology integrated with CCTV systems for security purposes, particularly retail loss prevention, delivered as an accredited Facewatch partner offering GDPR-compliant deterrence against habitual thieves.
• Customer Flow Control Systems designed to monitor and control customer flow within retail and commercial facilities, supporting occupancy management, queue monitoring, and people-counting use cases.
• Thermal Technology Thermal imaging technology solutions for security and surveillance applications, including intrusion detection and perimeter monitoring in low-light or adverse conditions.
• Body Worn Video Body worn video devices supplied to security personnel for mobile video capture, evidence recording, and incident documentation as part of integrated security solutions.
• Project Management Professional project management services covering the design, installation, and maintenance of integrated security systems for enterprise clients, delivered by Astra's qualified Project Managers and Co-ordinators.
• Service and Maintenance Ongoing service and maintenance support for installed security systems, including a 24-hour helpdesk, planned preventative maintenance, and reactive support for enterprise clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• NSI Gold certified quality standards maintained through quality control processes

Named customers22 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Cribbs Football ClubminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Astra Security has continued its support of grassroots sport through a two year deal (2023-2025) with Cribbs Football Club. Company logo appears on perimeter signage as well as on the football club's website and social media channels.
• Gloucestershire CricketcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAstra Security is the Official CCTV & Access Control Partner at the Seat Unique Stadium. Also continues sponsorship of Gloucestershire Cricket Talent Pathway Shirt Sleeve and Activation Zone Sponsor. Also Women & Girls Performance Partner with the Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation.
• Children's Hospice South WestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAstra Security has continued its support of Children's Hospice South West as part of its ongoing commitment to charities and local communities. The hospice provides valuable care for children with life-limiting conditions and their families.
• Twyford House Cricket ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAstra Security is proud to support Twyford House Cricket Club's Women's Team. The club is based in North Bristol with a growing youth section.
• Westbury Warriors Netball TeamminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAstra Security provides kit sponsorship for the Westbury Warriors Netball Team, a group of mums who got together following England Netball's 'Back to Netball' initiative.
• Unique VoiceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAstra Security supports Unique Voice, a Bristol based social enterprise working alongside charities, schools and the council, using the arts to teach children who have had Adverse Childhood Experiences.
• Paxton Access ControlcoreTechnology or IntegrationAstra Security has a strong and positive working relationship with Paxton Access Control. Their reliable, innovative solutions and outstanding technical support enable Astra to deliver high-quality access control systems to clients. Astra is a Paxton Gold Partner.
• HikvisioncoreTechnology or IntegrationHikvision is the world's largest supplier of video surveillance solutions. Astra Security is recognized for achieving Gold level within Hikvision's Value Added Solution Partner programme for 2020.
• FacewatchcoreTechnology or IntegrationFacewatch is a facial recognition platform proven to reduce shop theft. It works with standard HD CCTV equipment, is GDPR compliant and offers a deterrent to habitual thieves. Astra Security is an approved, accredited partner with Facewatch.
• System Q LtdcoreTechnology or IntegrationSystem Q Ltd is a security solutions manufacturer and distributor. Astra Security has been using System Q Ltd products for many years. Project Manager Jonny Coates attended the System Q BTCC Roadshow to learn about their latest innovations.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Norbain SD: UK distributor of CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection products. Astra is an existing partner; Norbain is comparable as an upstream supplier in the same security ecosystem rather than a direct competitor.

Broad incumbents

• Mitie Security: Large UK facilities management and security services group that operates an integrated security systems business alongside guarding and monitoring. Overlaps with Astra on CCTV and access control but competes across a much broader portfolio and scale.
• Securitas UK: Global security services giant with a UK security solutions and electronic security division. Competes with Astra on integrated security systems for enterprise and retail clients, bundled with guarding and monitoring.
• ADT UK: Established UK/EMEA provider of monitored security systems, intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control. Competes directly with Astra on commercial retail and SME security installations with a stronger recurring-monitoring model.
• Chubb Fire & Security: UK provider of integrated fire, security, and access control solutions for enterprise and public-sector clients. Overlaps with Astra on integrated security systems installations and has a comparable NSI-accredited positioning.
• G4S (Allied Universal UK): Major international security and facility services provider operating in the UK across guarding, electronic security, and monitoring. Overlaps with Astra on enterprise and retail security systems but at much larger scale.
• Corps Security: UK security services firm combining manned guarding with electronic security systems integration. Overlaps with Astra on enterprise CCTV and access control installations, particularly in central London commercial markets.

Direct peers

• Reliance High-Tech: UK-based specialist security systems integrator offering CCTV, access control, and integrated security solutions to enterprise and public-sector clients. Highly comparable UK mid-market integrator with NSI accreditations and a similar custom-engineering value proposition.
• Banham: Long-established London-based security company specialising in locks, access control, CCTV, and integrated security for retail, commercial, and residential. Comparable UK smaller-scale specialist with similar custom-solution positioning.

Emerging players

• First County Monitoring: UK specialist remote CCTV monitoring and alarm receiving centre. A potential channel partner or managed-services adjacency for Astra's installed base, and a partial competitor in the remote-monitoring value chain.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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