Perth CCTV & Security Rebates: Which Councils Offer Security Rebates in 2026?
Installing CCTV or upgrading your home security doesn’t always mean paying the entire cost yourself.
Several local councils across the Perth metropolitan area offer CCTV rebates, security subsidies and home security incentive programs designed to help residents — and in some areas businesses — improve the security of their properties.
Depending on where you live, eligible applicants may be able to receive hundreds of dollars towards a new CCTV system, alarm system or other approved security equipment.
The programs vary significantly between councils, and funding can open and close throughout the financial year. We’ve put together this guide to some of the Perth council security rebates currently available or announced for 2026/27.
Important: Council rebate programs, eligibility requirements and funding availability can change. Always check your council’s current terms and obtain any required approval before purchasing or installing equipment.
City of Melville CCTV Home Rebate
The City of Melville CCTV Home Rebate is one of Perth’s newest local security rebate programs.
The program opened in July 2026 and provides eligible City of Melville residents with a $200 rebate towards a new or upgraded CCTV system. The City has also approved a higher $500 rebate associated with a future pilot program for applicants who agree to its required data-sharing arrangements once that pilot becomes operational.
This could make professional CCTV installation more accessible for residents throughout suburbs including Melville, Applecross, Booragoon, Myaree, Mount Pleasant, Attadale and Bicton.
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City of Wanneroo CCTV Rebate Scheme
The City of Wanneroo CCTV Rebate Scheme provides financial assistance towards eligible new CCTV installations.
For the 2026/27 program, eligible residents, businesses and community groups can apply for up to 30% of the cost of a new CCTV installation, capped at $500. The scheme applies to eligible new hard-wired CCTV installations.
This can be particularly useful for property owners and businesses across Perth’s growing northern corridor.
Importantly, this is a pre-approval scheme, so check the City’s current requirements and obtain the necessary approval before arranging an installation.
Check the City of Wanneroo CCTV Rebate Scheme
City of Stirling Safer Suburbs Rebate
The City of Stirling Safer Suburbs Rebate goes beyond CCTV alone.
Eligible residents can receive up to $500 towards approved safety and security equipment, with rebate amounts depending on the equipment and applicant eligibility. Eligible security improvements can include CCTV, alarms, security screens and shutters, and sensor lighting.
That makes the program particularly useful if you’re considering a broader home security upgrade rather than installing security cameras alone.
The program applies throughout the City of Stirling, including areas such as Stirling, Scarborough, Karrinyup, Innaloo, Doubleview, Balcatta and Dianella.
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City of Cockburn CCTV Home Rebate
The City of Cockburn CCTV Home Rebate can provide eligible residents with up to 50% of the total cost of a new or upgraded CCTV system, capped at $500.
However, funding for these programs can be exhausted during the financial year, so it’s important to check the current application status before arranging your CCTV installation.
If you live in Cockburn Central, Success, Atwell, Aubin Grove, Beeliar, Bibra Lake, Coogee or elsewhere within the City of Cockburn, it’s worth checking whether applications are currently being accepted.
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City of Armadale Security Incentive Scheme
The City of Armadale Security Incentive Scheme helps eligible residents improve security around their homes.
Eligible applicants can receive rebates of up to $200, or up to $250 for approved concession card holders, towards eligible security improvements.
Unlike some CCTV-only programs, Armadale’s scheme can cover a broader range of security equipment, including:
- CCTV systems
- Intruder alarm systems
- Security doors
- Window locks
- Sensor lighting
Funding is limited, so residents considering an alarm or CCTV installation should check availability and eligibility before proceeding.
Check the City of Armadale Security Incentive Scheme
Town of Victoria Park CCTV Partnership Program
The Town of Victoria Park CCTV Partnership Program offers one of the larger potential CCTV rebates available through a Perth local government.
Eligible residents, businesses and community groups can receive 50% of the cost of an approved CCTV project, up to $750.
There is an important requirement: eligible CCTV systems must provide appropriate coverage of the public realm and/or common areas.
The Town also operates a broader Security Incentive Scheme, so property owners in Victoria Park, East Victoria Park, Carlisle, Lathlain and surrounding areas should check which program best suits their proposed security upgrade.
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City of Kwinana CCTV Security Subsidy
The City of Kwinana CCTV Security Subsidy supports eligible residents and businesses installing CCTV and/or sensor lighting that provides a view of a relevant public area, such as a road, footpath or front verge.
The program can provide up to $350 towards eligible CCTV and/or sensor-light installations. Applicants also need to meet the City’s current program requirements, which can include registering CCTV with the WA Police Force Cam-Map system.
If you’re in Kwinana, Wellard, Bertram, Calista, Parmelia or surrounding areas and are planning a CCTV installation, check the current funding round before proceeding. It is set to open in October 2026.
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City of Gosnells Safe City Community CCTV Program
The City of Gosnells Safe City Community CCTV Program helps eligible property owners install CCTV systems that contribute to local community safety.
The program can contribute half the cost of an eligible CCTV system, up to a maximum rebate of $500, subject to current funding and eligibility requirements.
If you’re considering CCTV in Gosnells, Thornlie, Southern River, Canning Vale, Huntingdale or another eligible suburb, check the City’s current requirements before arranging the installation.
Check the City of Gosnells Safe City Community CCTV Program
How Much Could a Perth CCTV Rebate Save You?
The amount varies considerably depending on your local council.
Across the programs above, eligible Perth residents and businesses may be able to access assistance ranging from $200 to as much as $750, depending on the council, system cost, equipment installed and eligibility requirements.
Some councils provide a fixed rebate, while others contribute a percentage of the installation cost up to a maximum amount.
That can make a meaningful difference to the cost of installing a professionally designed CCTV or security system, or potentially allow you to improve the level of coverage while staying within your original budget.
Check the Rebate Requirements Before Installing CCTV
This is particularly important.
Don’t purchase or install a CCTV system purely because you’ve seen that your council offers a rebate.
Every council sets its own eligibility criteria. Depending on the program, requirements may include:
- Applying or receiving approval before installation
- Being a resident, ratepayer, business or community organisation within the council area
- Installing particular types of CCTV equipment
- Meeting minimum system specifications
- Professional installation requirements
- Specific camera positioning
- Capturing part of the public realm
- Providing invoices and proof of payment
- Supplying photographs of the completed installation
- Registering cameras with WA Police
- Meeting application deadlines
- Funding still being available
Some programs operate on a first-come, first-served basis or close once their annual funding allocation has been exhausted.
Always check the council’s current terms and conditions before accepting a quote or proceeding with installation.
Can Watchdog Alarms Install CCTV for a Council Rebate?
Yes. Watchdog Alarms provides professional CCTV installation for homes and businesses throughout the Perth metropolitan area.
If you’re considering using a local council CCTV or security rebate, let our team know before the installation/during the quotation process.
We can design a professional CCTV system around your property’s security requirements and, where appropriate, take the relevant published council requirements into consideration when preparing the installation, and provide any details required to support your application with the quote.
However, rebate approval remains entirely at the discretion of the relevant council. Watchdog Alarms cannot guarantee that an application will be approved or that council funding will remain available.
Choosing the Right CCTV System
A council rebate can help with the cost, but the goal shouldn’t simply be to install enough equipment to qualify.
A professionally designed CCTV system should consider:
- Where people and vehicles enter the property
- Driveways and pedestrian access
- Camera viewing angles
- Day and night image quality
- Lighting conditions
- Identification of people and vehicles
- Recording and storage requirements
- Remote viewing
- Notifications and smart features
- Integration with your alarm or wider security system
Watchdog Alarms can design professional CCTV and security camera systems around the individual property rather than relying on a generic camera package.
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For commercial properties, we also provide tailored CCTV, alarms, monitoring and integrated security solutions.
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Making Professional Security More Accessible
One of the biggest benefits of local government security rebate programs is that they can make professionally installed CCTV and security systems more accessible and affordable.
A rebate of $200, $500 or potentially $750 can reduce the upfront cost of improving CCTV coverage and encourage homeowners and businesses to take a more proactive approach to protecting their property.
The key is to check what’s available in your council area before you install.
Funding rounds change, programs can reach capacity, and eligibility requirements vary considerably between councils.
Get a CCTV Quote in Perth
If you’re considering a new or upgraded CCTV system, Watchdog Alarms can help design a solution around your home, business and individual security requirements.
We install professional CCTV, alarm systems and smart security throughout the Perth metropolitan area, backed by over 25 years’ industry experience and ongoing local support.
Call Watchdog Alarms on 1300 123 400 or contact our team for an obligation-free quote.
If you’re hoping to use a council security rebate, mention the program when you contact us so the relevant requirements can be considered before installation.