Delta Security Systems examined consumer preferences over three years to understand how attitudes in Russia toward around-the-clock surveillance and video monitoring have shifted. socialbites.ca gained access to the findings of this study for context and comparison.
Since 2019, public views on video surveillance in Russia have moved markedly. Delta Security Systems reports that sales of CCTV services and equipment were uneven during the initial launch period. Yet by the end of 2020, 5% of customers opted for CCTV cameras, and today that share has climbed to 15%.
Geographic patterns show Moscow leading in camera adoption, accounting for 44% of all cameras sold. St. Petersburg follows with 17%, placing it second, while Chelyabinsk and Yekaterinburg are close behind at around 6% each.
In terms of usage, many buyers choose interior cameras for homes, a category representing about 72% of total sales. A notable portion of users prefer to keep equipment running even when they are at home, indicating a desire for constant monitoring. Outdoor surveillance for cottages and suburban areas accounts for roughly 19%, with private residences and common spaces such as entrances and stairwells making up about 9% of installations.
Consumer surveys show a broad range of attitudes toward property protection using these tools. Approximately 45% of respondents believe that any property should be safeguarded with such devices, while as many as 90% support broad street-level video surveillance initiatives. These opinions underscore a strong interest in both residential and public monitoring strategies. (Delta Security Systems)
Delta Security Systems also looked at the main reasons for installing cameras. In city apartments, the primary purpose is theft prevention, followed by monitoring children or caregivers. Cameras placed in common areas of residential buildings are mainly used to maintain overall order and safety.
In private homes, both indoor and outdoor cameras are typically used to protect the property itself. Surveillance by relatives is less common, and older family members are more often the focus of monitoring than younger children.
Valery Ushkov, Marketing Director at Delta Security, notes a growing interest in smart technologies that not only shield real estate but also assist with daily life. He explains that buyers increasingly view video monitoring as a practical tool that can function as a companion to protect property, monitor pets, or aid in unexpected incidents, turning the system into a helpful assistant rather than a mere security feature. (Delta Security Systems)
Recent industry observations also highlight an uptick in security alarms across the retail sector in Russia, signaling a wider adoption of integrated protection systems across commercial spaces. (Delta Security Systems)