Van Security Specialists — Kent, Essex & London

Your van is your livelihood. We keep it safe.

Professional van security installation across Kent, Essex and London. Hook deadlocks, shielding, and electronic security — fitted right, backed by a 5-year guarantee.

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5-Year Parts Guarantee
7 Days A Week
Same Day Emergency Response
★★★★★

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What customers say

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Doug Stobart
1 month ago
★★★★★

"An absolute professional and outstanding installation. My vehicle is now the most secure I've ever had. Would 100% recommend Toby and his team."

Joel Squirrell
2 months ago
★★★★★

"By far one of the best companies I have ever used. On time, friendly, experienced, quality materials. They take their time to ensure the job is done right."

Spencer Mitchell
3 months ago
★★★★★

"Fitted x3 deadlocks, x3 colour-matched plates and x2 anti-peel brackets. Extremely professional, very knowledgeable and the price was very fair."

James — Local Guide
1 month ago
★★★★★

"I was recommended VCS and wasn't disappointed. The communication and quality of work is fantastic. They booked me in quickly and take great pride in what they do."

Matt Marshall
5 months ago
★★★★★

"Good honest company and a flawless finish. Colour match on the plates is a perfect match. Anyone needing their van secured — don't go anywhere else but VCS."

Adam Cunningham
5 months ago
★★★★★

"Had hook locks, anti-peel brackets, and security plates fitted to my Transit Custom. Toby was professional, friendly, and clearly knew his stuff. Couldn't be happier."

Lane Abrahams
5 months ago
★★★★★

"Excellent service, very good communication. Installation was carried out to a high standard. Would highly recommend using VCS — a pleasure doing business with them."

The Reality

One break-in can cost you thousands

Your tools are your income. One night, one minute with a screwdriver on your lock, and they're gone. The tools, the time, the lost jobs while your van is off the road — it adds up fast.

It's not just about money. It's the disruption. The insurance excess. The calls to customers explaining you can't make it. The feeling that it could happen again tomorrow.

Van crime is systematic. Thieves know which vans carry the most valuable tools. They know the weak points. They drill, peel, and lever open van doors in under 60 seconds. Standard factory locks don't cut it.

Don't wait until it happens to you.

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£3,000+
Average tool theft cost
Not including downtime, repairs, or excess
48hrs
Average repair downtime
Jobs missed. Income lost. Customers let down.
2x
Toby's own vans were broken into
That's why he built VCS. He knows what it costs.

What We Fit

Van security that actually works

Every job is tailored to your van, your usage, and your risk. No one-size-fits-all packages.

Hook Deadlocks
From £140 per lock

High-security hook-bolt locks fitted to your specific make and model. Works independently of your van's central locking. Resists drilling, levering, and relay theft.

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Shielding & Plates
Quote on request

Internal and external armoured shielding. Colour-matched to your van as standard. Covers the latch, hinges, and lock barrel. Stops peeling and brute-force entry dead.

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Damage Repairs
Quote on request

Been broken into? We get you back on the road fast. Lock repairs, door latch replacement, new cylinders, and securing damaged door frames after a break-in.

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Electronic Security
Quote on request

GPS trackers, van alarms, immobilisers, dash cams, reverse cameras, and parking sensors. Know where your van is. Know if someone touches it. Recover it if they take it.

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Slam Locks
From £120 per lock

Automatically lock the moment your van door closes. No fumbling with keys on site — just shut the door and it's secured. Ideal for couriers and tradespeople making repeated stops.

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Security Plates
From £80 per plate

Heavy-gauge steel protection plates bolted over vulnerable lock and hinge points. Colour-matched to your van. Stops angle grinders, crowbars, and peel attacks before they can get started.

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Dash Cams
From £150 fitted

Professional hardwired dash cam installation — front, rear, and cab views available. 24-hour parking mode, loop recording, and cloud connectivity. Evidence when you need it most.

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Immobilisers
From £180 fitted

Covert hidden immobilisers that prevent your van starting without a secondary authentication step. Invisible to thieves, simple for you. Thatcham-approved options available for insurance discounts.

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The Process

How it works

01

Get In Touch

Call, email, or fill in the form. Tell us your van make, model, and what you need. No obligation, no hard sell.

02

Same-Day Consultation

A senior technician calls you within 24 hours — usually the same day. We talk through your options and give you honest, tailored advice.

03

Appointment Confirmed

We send a confirmation email with the date, time, and everything you need to know. 7 days a week, at a time that suits you.

We come to you.

04

Installation Day

You get a live tracking link on the morning of your appointment, plus a call 30 minutes before arrival. Every hole drilled is rust-proofed. Your van leaves secure.

Card machine on site. Job done.

Why Choose VCS

Why tradespeople choose VCS

Toby started Van Crime Solutions after his own Transit was broken into — twice. Both times, his tools were taken. Both times, he lost work. He knows exactly what that feels like.

He'd already spent over a decade in the security industry — burglar alarms, CCTV, access control, gate automation. He knew how break-ins happened and what actually stopped them. So he built a company around that knowledge, focused entirely on vans.

VCS is a family business. Toby's sons Will and Matty work alongside him. Aaron brings serious locksmith expertise. Dan handles fleet accounts. Rob brings technical skill and good humour to every job.

Every installation is taken personally. If a product doesn't fit your van out of the box, they'll make it work. That's not a marketing line — it's in the reviews.

Toby and the Van Crime Solutions team

Our Guarantee

  • ✓ 5-Year Parts Guarantee on all van security systems
  • ✓ Every drilled hole is fully rust-proofed — no exceptions
  • ✓ Colour-matched plates available — fitted to blend in or stand out
  • ✓ Same-day emergency response for post-break-in repairs
  • ✓ Card machine carried on every job — no cash hassle
  • ✓ Tailored to your van — single vehicle or full fleet

Ready to secure your van?

Get your free no-obligation quote today. We cover Kent, Essex and London — 7 days a week, at a time that suits you.

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Get In Touch

Get your free quote

Tell us your van make, what you need, and where you are. We'll call you back — usually the same day.

Phone 01474 445225
07554 517 567
Email info@vancrimesolutions.co.uk
Workshop Unit C1 Spectrum Business Centre, Chaucer Close,
Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent
Hours Mon – Sat: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Sunday: By appointment

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We'll call you back within 24 hours — usually the same day.