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Driveway security posts for homes in Barnstaple
Driveway security posts for sites across Barnstaple and the rest of Devon, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageBarnstaple driveway security posts
In the town of Barnstaple, driveway security posts tend to go in at 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 EX31, EX32 and EX33 — Barnstaple itself and places including Fremington, Yelland, Bickington and Chivenor. Jobs in Barnstaple can be combined with work in Bideford (7.9 miles) (straight-line distances).
Key facts for this area
- Area
- Devon, England
- Highway authority
- Devon County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for North Devon
- Postcodes
- EX31, EX32 and EX33
- Guide price
- Typically £385–£845 per post inc VAT; minimum job £395
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Bideford (7.9 mi)
Typical driveway security posts jobs in Barnstaple
Typical reasons Barnstaple sites choose driveway security posts:
- Homes worried about keyless or relay car theft
- Owners of motorhomes, caravans and trailers
- Open-plan frontages without gates
Driveway security post prices in Barnstaple
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £385–£575 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £525–£715 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £665–£845 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Permissions and groundwork in Barnstaple
Devon County Council is the highway authority covering Barnstaple's local roads. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
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 (the council for North Devon) 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.
- Make sure the post is on your own land; a post on the pavement or the dropped kerb needs the highway authority's agreement.
- If the drive is shared or has a right of way over it, agree positions with the neighbour first.
From survey to handover
Cut the surface
Block paving is lifted carefully for reuse; tarmac, concrete or resin is cut neatly to keep the patch as small as possible.
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. |
| Semi-automatic posts | Rise on their own when unlocked and push down to lower. Easier for daily use than lifting a post. |
| Finishes | Black, grey, yellow or stainless finishes, with reflective bands so visitors see the post at night. |
What moves the price in Barnstaple
When we price driveway security posts in Barnstaple, these make the biggest difference:
- Drainage for telescopic and semi-automatic cassettes
- Depth available and services under the drive
- Type of post: telescopic, fold-down, removable or semi-automatic
Looking after them
If the post becomes stiff, deal with it early, because a post that is awkward to use is a post that stops being locked. With telescopic and semi-automatic posts, lift the lid every few months and check the cassette is not holding water or silt.
For damaged or loose posts in Barnstaple, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Common questions
Do you install driveway security posts in Barnstaple?
We cover all of Barnstaple (EX31, EX32 and EX33) and the rest of Devon. We also work in Bideford.
Do I need consent for driveway security posts on a public footway in Barnstaple?
Devon County Council is the highway authority covering Barnstaple's local roads. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
How much do driveway security posts cost in Barnstaple?
In Barnstaple, typically £385–£845 per post, supplied and installed, including VAT, with a minimum job of £395 plus VAT, using our South 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.