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Driveway security posts for homes in Aberystwyth
Driveway security posts for sites across Aberystwyth and the rest of Ceredigion, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageDriveway security posts in Aberystwyth
We supply and fit driveway security posts throughout Aberystwyth, typically for sites such as new-build estate drives, shared drives and front-garden parking spaces. The common types are telescopic posts that retract into the ground, fold-down posts that hinge flat, and removable posts that lift out of a socket.
We work across SY23 and SY24 — Aberystwyth itself and places including Llanbadarn Fawr, Penrhyn-coch, Llanfarian and Llanrhystud. There are no other towns of Aberystwyth's size close by, so crews travel in specifically for jobs here.
Aberystwyth at a glance
- Area
- Ceredigion, Wales
- Highway authority
- Ceredigion County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Ceredigion County Council
- Postcodes
- SY23 and SY24
- Guide price
- Typically £375–£815 per post inc VAT; minimum job £375
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
Typical driveway security posts jobs in Aberystwyth
Typical reasons Aberystwyth sites choose driveway security posts:
- Owners of motorhomes, caravans and trailers
- Homes with a high-value car or van parked outside
- Drives where neighbours or visitors keep parking
Driveway security post prices in Aberystwyth
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £375–£565 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £505–£695 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £645–£815 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post, supplied and installed; -3% for Wales. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Consents, ground and services in Aberystwyth
Before digging near the kerb in Aberystwyth we establish who owns the ground: adopted footways are Ceredigion County Council's responsibility, trunk roads the Welsh Government's, and everything else belongs to the site owner.
Bollards on private land often don't need planning permission, but it depends on the council's view, the height and the location; in a conservation area, next to a listed building or under an Article 4 direction, ask the local planning authority (Ceredigion County Council) first — we flag this at survey.
Block paving reinstates well because the original blocks can go back; tarmac, resin-bound and imprinted concrete show patching, so we keep cuts tight and positions sensible. Domestic drives hide more than people expect.
- In conservation areas or at listed buildings, check with the local planning authority before fitting visible posts.
- If the drive is shared or has a right of way over it, agree positions with the neighbour first.
What happens on site
Free home survey
We look at your drive, how and where you park, the surface and what might be under it, such as the water pipe or a gas service. You receive a fixed written quote with the post type and position marked.
Mark the position
The position is marked with the car in place, so we can check it blocks the car and that you can still open doors and walk past.
Fit the post
Telescopic cassettes and removable sockets are set flush in concrete with drainage beneath. Fold-down posts are anchored to concrete or a small new pad.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Removable posts | Lift out of a shallow socket and lock in place. Simple and low cost to fit, but must be stored when out. |
| Keyed-alike locks | Two posts or more can be supplied so one key opens both, which helps households with several cars. |
| Telescopic posts | Retract into a cassette with a flush lid when lowered. Tidy and secure, but need depth and drainage under the drive. |
What affects the quote
Our Wales guide prices are a starting point; the survey in Aberystwyth firms them up. What tends to move them:
- Drainage for telescopic and semi-automatic cassettes
- Number of posts for the cars on the drive
- Finish and keyed-alike locks
Looking after them
Use the post regularly and keep the lock lubricated, especially before winter. Fold-down posts need the hinge oiled and anchors checked.
If posts in Aberystwyth are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Driveway security posts in Aberystwyth: FAQs
Can you install driveway security posts anywhere in Aberystwyth?
We cover all of Aberystwyth (SY23 and SY24) and the rest of Ceredigion.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Aberystwyth?
Before digging near the kerb in Aberystwyth we establish who owns the ground: adopted footways are Ceredigion County Council's responsibility, trunk roads the Welsh Government's, and everything else belongs to the site owner.
What's a typical price for driveway security posts in Aberystwyth?
In Aberystwyth, typically £375–£815 per post, supplied and installed, including VAT, with a minimum job of £375 plus VAT, using our Wales guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Does a driveway post stop keyless car theft?
It cannot stop a thief opening or starting the car electronically, but it stops the car being driven off the drive until the post is unlocked. That makes your car a slower, riskier target. Use it alongside a signal-blocking pouch and the car's own security.
Do I need two posts for two cars?
Not always. On a narrow drive where one car parks behind the other, one post at the front may be enough. On a wide drive with cars side by side, two posts are usually needed to block both.