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Enhancing Security and Operational Intelligence at Paddington Square with PercepVision AI

Nov 6, 2025

Paddington Square, a landmark development in central London, has partnered with PercepVision AI Ltd to elevate its security and crowd management capabilities through advanced AI-powered video analytics. The project, delivered in collaboration with CIS Security, showcases how intelligent surveillance can transform public space operations.

Objectives

  • Enhance real-time situational awareness across public and restricted zones.

  • Support proactive crowd management during peak pedestrian flows.

  • Minimize false alarms and improve response accuracy for security teams.

  • Demonstrate scalable AI integration with existing CCTV infrastructure.

Solution

PercepVision AI deployed its AI-driven video analytics platform across Paddington Square’s CCTV network, enabling:

People Counting & Crowd Management

  • Real-time pedestrian flow analysis based on movement and density.

  • Graphical overlays to highlight congestion zones and trigger alerts.

  • Supports operational decisions for crowd dispersal and access control.

Technical Highlights:

  • Head detection accuracy at >30 pixels in 1080p resolution.

  • Crowd density mapping with pixel-level granularity for precision monitoring.

Intelligent Intruder Detection

  • AI models trained to identify abnormal movement patterns and unauthorized access.

  • Night-time detection rate exceeding 98%, ensuring 24/7 vigilance.

  • Seamless integration with CIS Security’s response protocols.

Technical Highlights:

  • Detection of both pedestrian and vehicle intrusions with high fidelity.

  • Adaptive learning to reduce false positives and improve threat classification.


Impact

  • Operational Efficiency: Security teams now receive actionable alerts, reducing manual monitoring load.

  • Safety Assurance: Enhanced visibility into crowd dynamics supports safer public navigation.

  • Scalable Deployment: The Paddington Square rollout serves as a blueprint for future smart surveillance projects across London.


Stakeholder Collaboration

This project exemplifies cross-functional innovation, with:

  • PercepVision AI providing the core analytics engine.

  • CIS Security managing frontline implementation and oversight.

  • Paddington Square management aligning technology with public space strategy.


Looking Ahead

PercepVision AI continues to refine its models with real-world data from Paddington Square, aiming to introduce:

  • Predictive analytics for crowd surges.

  • Behavioural anomaly detection for public safety.

  • Integration with building management systems for holistic oversight.

To find out more, contact: info@percepvision.com