🏡 Peace of Mind for Lincoln Businesses & Homes
Keeping your property safe shouldn’t keep you awake at night. Stance Security provides reliable, professional key holding and alarm response services across Lincoln and the surrounding villages, giving you complete confidence that your premises are protected — even when you’re not there.
We support small businesses, rural properties, homeowners, and landlords who want a trusted local team to handle alarms quickly and safely.
Posted on Paul JonesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stance Security provide an excellent and very reliable service from both a commercial perspective and from a personal perspective. Highly recommended.Posted on Nick TaylorTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was Employed as a Security Officer and later team leader, Stance Security are brilliant at what they do. Highly experienced Dog Handling Team Security and Door Supervision. Ant and his team will cater for any Security service needed.Posted on Ben HuttonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very Professional Security Company. Well organised and Very helpfully. The Team are very friendly.Posted on Samantha FoxTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. - a very professional and friendly service. Will use their services again and recommend them in the future.Posted on Michael t FrearTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A professional company! Very reliable team.Posted on Danny BrownTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am the GM at the Lincoln Indoor Bowling Club - Stance Security are our preferred supplier for keyholding services. Any overnight call outs are handled professionally, methodically and without fuss and we are confident that our building is in safe hands. Top class service and highly recommendedPosted on Alex LakerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good, fast and efficient service.Posted on Matthew SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service from Stance , fast and efficient helped my business at short notice with a problem we had. Highly recommended thanks again.
- Key Holding
- Alarm Response
- Lock & Unlock Services
🌍 Local to Lincoln, Trusted Across Lincolnshire
The Lincoln postcode area recorded 828 burglary offences in the 12‑month period Oct 2024 – Sept 2025
We know Lincoln well — from uphill to the city centre, North Hykeham, Skellingthorpe, Cherry Willingham, and every village in between.
Our local knowledge helps us respond quickly and keep your property safe.
Residential & Commercial burglaries remains a concern across Lincoln and nearby villages such as Nettleham, Skellingthorpe, Washingborough, North Hykeham, and Cherry Willingham, with police data showing hundreds of burglary offences recorded across the wider Lincoln postcode area in the most recent reporting period.
While official figures combine both residential and business burglaries, the trend highlights the importance of reliable, proactive security for homes and smaller rural communities.
Stance Security supports homeowners and landlords throughout Lincolnshire with professional alarm response, keyholding, and rapid call‑out services designed to deter intruders and provide peace of mind. Our local teams understand the unique risks faced by Lincoln’s residential areas and surrounding villages, offering tailored protection that keeps properties secure day and night.
💙 Why People in Lincoln Choose Stance Security
• Friendly, approachable team
• SIA‑licensed and fully compliant
• Fast response times
• Affordable for small businesses and homeowners
• Clear communication and detailed reports
• No stress, no hassle — just peace of mind
• Full audit trail key holding systems
Benefits of Using Stance Security’s Key Holding & Alarm Response Service in Lincoln
1. You never have to attend an alarm again
No more late‑night callouts, no more driving to your premises in the dark, and no more putting yourself or your staff at risk.
Stance Security handles everything — quickly, calmly, and professionally — so you can sleep, work, or travel without worry.
2. Your property is protected by trained, licensed professionals
Every response is carried out by SIA‑licensed security officers who know exactly what to do in an alarm situation.
You get safer, faster, more reliable protection than relying on staff, neighbours, or family members.
3. You get peace of mind 24/7 — even when you’re not there
Whether you’re at home, away on holiday, or running a busy business, you’ll know your property is being looked after.
We check the site, secure the building, reset the alarm, and send you a clear report so you’re always in the loop.
Here's how it works...
Key Holding Step 1
Contact Us For a Free Quote
On contacting the team, one of the company directors will come and discuss your options and provide a no obligation quote for your Key Holding & Response
Key Holding Step 2
Provide The Keys
If you decide to go ahead with our Key Holding services you will need to provide two sets of keys
Key Holding Step 3
Enjoy The Peace of Mind
once we have the keys and the alarm company has been informed we can take over and privde the peace of mind for you.
Last Minute Assistance
“We used this company at an off-site event for three nights and nothing was too much trouble. The cover was organised at the last minute and Michelle and Ant were very helpful. Tomas was a diligent guard too.”
Alex Matthews
Nothing Is To Much
“Ant and Karl are very professional, helpful and polite to our customers. Nothing is too much trouble and they’re always willing to help if they can”
Sibsey Village Hall
Fully Trained & Great With The Public
Our Christmas market event will be booking Ant and his team for the 4th time next year. Ant couldn’t be more helpful and his team, all employees not contractors, are fully trained and great with the public. Happy to recommend Stance Security for any event.
Alan Alby
Heighington Christmas Market Secretery
What you'll get with our Key Holding & Alarm Response...
24/7 Professional Alarm Attendance
A trained, SIA‑licensed officer attends every alarm activation — day or night — carrying out full internal and external checks to ensure the property is safe and secure.
Secure, Fully‑Managed Key Holding
Your keys are stored in a secure, monitored system and only accessed by authorised officers. No more relying on staff, neighbours, or family members.
Detailed Incident Reports After Every Callout
Customers receive a clear, written report immediately after a visit has been carried out. The report explains what happened, what was checked, and what actions were taken. It keeps them informed and reassured.
Full Property Security Checks
Officers check doors, windows, gates, alarms, and any vulnerable areas to make sure everything is secure before leaving the site.
Alarm Reset & Site Securing
If the alarm has triggered, we reset it, secure the building, and make sure everything is safe before we leave — preventing repeat activations.
Guaranteed Fast Response Times
Because we operate locally across Lincoln, Sleaford, Gainsborough, and surrounding villages, customers benefit from quicker attendance and a more reliable service than national providers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Key Holding
Do I need a professional key holder?
If you don’t want to attend alarms yourself — especially at night — a key holder is the safest option.
Can staff legally attend alarms?
It’s risky and often discouraged by insurers. A professional service removes liability.
Do you cover villages around Lincoln?
Yes — including North Hykeham, Waddington, Skellingthorpe, Nettleham, and more.
How quickly can Stance Security cover my alarm response?
Stance Security can take over cover as soon as we have two sets of keys and the monitoring is assigned to contact us.
How quickly will i get my report after you have attended?
The responding security officer will submit their report as soon as they leave your premises (This is subject to signal in the area).
A really common objection phrased as a question?
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.