Cheshire · England
Driveway security posts for homes in Wilmslow
Driveway security posts supplied and fitted in Wilmslow, Cheshire: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageWilmslow driveway security posts
In the town of Wilmslow, driveway security posts tend to go in at new-build estate drives, shared drives and driveways. 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 cover Wilmslow's SK9 and SK12 postcode districts, including places such as Handforth, Alderley Edge, Dean Row and Styal. Jobs in Wilmslow can be combined with work in Cheadle Hulme (3.7 miles), Hazel Grove (6.1 miles), Altrincham (6.3 miles) and Macclesfield (6.4 miles) (straight-line distances). Manchester is around 11 miles away.
Local details
- Area
- Cheshire, England
- Highway authority
- Cheshire East Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Cheshire East Council
- Postcodes
- SK9 and SK12
- Guide price
- Typically £375–£825 per post inc VAT; minimum job £385
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Cheadle Hulme (3.7 mi), Hazel Grove (6.1 mi), Altrincham (6.3 mi), Macclesfield (6.4 mi)
Driveway security posts in Wilmslow: common uses
Typical reasons Wilmslow sites choose driveway security posts:
- Homes worried about keyless or relay car theft
- Owners of motorhomes, caravans and trailers
- Homes with a high-value car or van parked outside
Driveway security post prices in Wilmslow
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £375–£565 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £515–£705 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £645–£825 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post, supplied and installed; -2% for North West. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What we check first in Wilmslow
Cheshire East Council is the highway authority covering Wilmslow's local roads. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
If your site in Wilmslow is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Cheshire East Council) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
The water supply pipe, gas service and electric cable all cross the front garden, often at shallow depth and rarely where you would guess, and older drives may cover inspection chambers or soakaways. 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.
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.
Make good and show you
The surface is reinstated and cleaned. We show you how to lock, lower and raise the post and hand over the keys.
Specification choices
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Keyed-alike locks | Two posts or more can be supplied so one key opens both, which helps households with several cars. |
| Fold-down posts | Hinged posts bolted down with resin anchors. Quick to fit and no digging, but need a solid base to fix into. |
| Removable posts | Lift out of a shallow socket and lock in place. Simple and low cost to fit, but must be stored when out. |
Pricing driveway security posts in Wilmslow
Two Wilmslow jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Finish and keyed-alike locks
- Type of post: telescopic, fold-down, removable or semi-automatic
- Number of posts for the cars on the drive
Keeping them working
Use the post regularly and keep the lock lubricated, especially before winter. If the post becomes stiff, deal with it early, because a post that is awkward to use is a post that stops being locked.
For damaged or loose posts in Wilmslow, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Questions about driveway security posts in Wilmslow
Can you install driveway security posts anywhere in Wilmslow?
We cover all of Wilmslow (SK9 and SK12) and the rest of Cheshire. We also work in Cheadle Hulme, Hazel Grove and Altrincham.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Wilmslow?
In Wilmslow, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Cheshire East Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
What's a typical price for driveway security posts in Wilmslow?
In Wilmslow, typically £375–£825 per post, supplied and installed, including VAT, with a minimum job of £385 plus VAT, using our North West guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
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.
What if I lose the key to my driveway post?
Keep the spare somewhere safe. If both are lost, many lock cylinders can be replaced, but sometimes the lock has to be drilled. That is a paid repair visit, so a spare key is worth having.
Driveway security posts near Wilmslow
- Cheadle Hulme (3.7 mi)
- Hazel Grove (6.1 mi)
- Altrincham (6.3 mi)
- Macclesfield (6.4 mi)
- Stockport (6.4 mi)
- Sale (7.7 mi)