Planning Security Statements for Development Applications
Strengthen Your Planning Submission with a Professional Security Statement
A planning security statement demonstrates how your development addresses crime prevention, safety and security. Many local authorities now expect clear supporting documentation outlining how risks have been considered and mitigated.
Plansec Consultants LLP prepares professional, planning-ready security statements tailored to your project.
What Is Included in a Security Statement
Our statements typically include:
- Overview of the development
- Identification of key security risks
- Summary of crime data and local context
- Design-based mitigation measures
- Alignment with CPTED and planning guidance
- Clear justification of proposed security approach
Why a Security Statement Matters
A strong security statement:
- Reduces the likelihood of planning objections
- Demonstrates compliance with policy requirements
- Speeds up decision-making
- Enhances the credibility of your application
Suitable for:
- Residential developments
- Commercial projects
- Mixed-use schemes
- Educational and public sector developments