SOC 5245 Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades

Security system installers and repairers Salary

Median salary £37,991 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £38,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For security system installers and repairers, £39,002 is the typical (median) pay. That is around the UK full-time median of £39,039 — about the same as the national average.

About this role

Security system installers and repairers install, commission, maintain and repair intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, fire alarm and integrated security systems in residential and commercial properties.

Key responsibilities

Installing intruder alarm, CCTV and access control systems
Programming and commissioning security equipment
Maintaining and servicing existing security installations
Diagnosing and repairing system faults
Advising customers on security system options and upgrades

Qualifications and entry routes

Typically requires apprenticeship or NVQ in electronic security systems. NSI (National Security Inspectorate) or SSAIB accredited company training is standard. ECS card and 18th Edition wiring regulations may be required.

Career outlook

Growing market driven by security concerns, smart home technology and insurance requirements. IP-based and integrated security systems require evolving technical skills.

Key skills

Security systems knowledge Electrical wiring Fault diagnosis Customer service IP networking

Common industries

Security system installers
Facilities management
Corporate security
Residential security
Fire and security companies

Data coverage

SOC code 5245

Data source ONS ASHE

Years available 2021–2025

Estimated jobs 9,000

Median Salary

£37,991

Mean Salary

£40,349

Jobs (000s)

Data Years

5 years

Salary Range (2025)

P25: £30,867Median: £37,991

P10: --P25: £31kMedian: £38kP75: --P90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£30,867

0-2 years

Mid Level

£30,867

3-7 years

Salary Trend (2021-2025)

Adjust for inflation

Nominal growth: +33.5%Real growth: +8.0%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Gender pay gap: 29.5%

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£37,991

Full-time Only

£39,002

Full-time premium: +£1,011

Security system installers and repairers salary: common questions

How much do security system installers and repairers earn in the UK?

Security system installers and repairers earn a median of £39,002 a year (ONS ASHE 2025).

Is £39,002 a good salary in the UK?

For security system installers and repairers, £39,002 is the typical (median) pay. That is around the UK full-time median of £39,039 — about the same as the national average.

What is the starting salary for security system installers and repairers?

Entry-level security system installers and repairers typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £30,867, though this varies by employer and region.

Have security system installers and repairers salaries kept up with inflation?

Since 2021, median security system installers and repairers pay has risen from £29,468 to £39,002 — +32% in cash terms, or +7.0% after CPIH inflation. That is ahead of inflation over the period.

Is there a gender pay gap for security system installers and repairers?

Male security system installers and repairers earn a median £39,877 and female security system installers and repairers £28,121 — a gap of +29% in 2025.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).