Typical uses of the CCTV in the London Borough of Lambeth are to:
- help reduce the fear of crime
- help deter and detect crime
- enhance community safety
- monitor public events and gatherings
- assist with traffic management
- assist in supporting civil proceedings
- discourage antisocial behaviour, including alcohol and drug related issues
- gathering evidence for investigating offences
- finding missing people
- planning for emergencies
- helping with the management of public housing.