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Driveway security posts for homes in Paignton
Driveway security posts supplied and fitted in Paignton, Devon: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageAbout driveway security posts in Paignton
Driveway security posts suit plenty of Paignton sites, private parking bays, carports and new-build estate drives among them. The right one depends on the surface, the depth available and how often the post will be used.
We work across TQ3, TQ4 and TQ5 — Paignton itself and places including Lower Blagdon, Collaton St Mary and Brixham. Jobs in Paignton can be combined with work in Torquay (2.6 miles), Newton Abbot (6.7 miles), Exmouth (14.5 miles) and Exeter (20 miles) (straight-line distances). Paignton is about 26 miles from Plymouth.
Key facts for this area
- Area
- Devon, England
- Highway authority
- Torbay Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Torbay Council
- Postcodes
- TQ3, TQ4 and TQ5
- Guide price
- Typically £385–£845 per post inc VAT; minimum job £395
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Torquay (2.6 mi), Newton Abbot (6.7 mi), Exmouth (14.5 mi), Exeter (20 mi)
Driveway security post prices in Paignton
| 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.
Where driveway security posts go in around Paignton
Typical reasons Paignton sites choose driveway security posts:
- Drives where a gate would not fit or is not allowed
- Houses near stations, schools or shops where drives get borrowed
- Homes worried about keyless or relay car theft
Permissions and groundwork in Paignton
Torbay Council is the highway authority covering Paignton'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 Paignton is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Torbay Council) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
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. We scan and hand-dig before cutting deep for a telescopic cassette.
- Make sure the post is on your own land; a post on the pavement or the dropped kerb needs the highway authority's agreement.
- In conservation areas or at listed buildings, check with the local planning authority before fitting visible posts.
How the job runs
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.
Choosing the right spec
| 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. |
| Telescopic posts | Retract into a cassette with a flush lid when lowered. Tidy and secure, but need depth and drainage under the drive. |
Pricing driveway security posts in Paignton
When we price driveway security posts in Paignton, these make the biggest difference:
- Drive surface and how visible a repair will be
- Depth available and services under the drive
- Drainage for telescopic and semi-automatic cassettes
After installation
If the post becomes stiff, deal with it early, because a post that is awkward to use is a post that stops being locked. Keep a spare key somewhere safe away from the car keys.
If posts in Paignton are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Driveway security posts in Paignton: FAQs
Which parts of Paignton do you cover for driveway security posts?
We cover all of Paignton (TQ3, TQ4 and TQ5) and the rest of Devon. We also work in Torquay, Newton Abbot and Exmouth.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Paignton?
The highway authority for local roads in Paignton is Torbay Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Driveway security posts on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
How much do driveway security posts cost in Paignton?
In Paignton, 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.
Where should a driveway security post go?
Close enough in front of the car, or between it and the road, that the car cannot be driven round it. We mark the position with your car in place during the survey. Sloping drives and wide frontages may change the obvious spot.
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.