The number of persons employed in private security services in the Netherlands stood at 32.44 thousand employees in 2023. Over the last two years, there was a marginal year-on-year variation, with a slight increase of 0.11% annually. Looking at the longer period from 2013 to 2023, despite some fluctuations, the general trend showcased a modest recovery from the initial decline in the early years of this decade. This period saw peaks in 2019, from which a relatively stable volume has been maintained. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the past five years until 2023 demonstrates a moderate increase of 0.56% per annum.
Looking at future trends, the forecast indicates continuous but very incremental growth, with the number of persons employed projected to reach 32.61 thousand by 2028. The anticipated CAGR from 2024 to 2028 is 0.09%, signaling a stable yet negligible rise.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from technological advancements such as the increased use of AI in security, regulatory changes, and shifts in market demands toward more specialized security services. Monitoring these factors could be crucial for future workforce planning in this sector.
