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Driveway security posts for homes in Plymouth
Local installation of driveway security posts in Plymouth — free survey, fixed written price, and posts set to the right spacing for people and vehicles.
Computer-generated imageDriveway security posts in Plymouth
In the city of Plymouth, driveway security posts tend to go in at private parking bays, shared drives and new-build estate drives. The right one depends on the surface, the depth available and how often the post will be used.
We cover the PL1, PL4, PL3, PL2, PL9 and PL5 postcode districts in Plymouth. Jobs in Plymouth can be combined with work in Plymstock (2.4 miles) (straight-line distances).
Local details
- Area
- Devon, England
- Highway authority
- Plymouth City Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Plymouth City Council
- Postcodes
- PL1, PL4, PL3, PL2, PL9, PL5, PL6 and PL7
- Guide price
- Typically £385–£845 per post inc VAT; minimum job £395
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Plymstock (2.4 mi)
Driveway security post prices in Plymouth
| 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.
Driveway security posts in Plymouth: common uses
Typical reasons Plymouth sites choose driveway security posts:
- Homes with a high-value car or van parked outside
- Drives where neighbours or visitors keep parking
- Owners of motorhomes, caravans and trailers
What we check first in Plymouth
Plymouth City Council is the highway authority covering Plymouth'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 Plymouth is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Plymouth City 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.
- If the drive is shared or has a right of way over it, agree positions with the neighbour first.
- Connect any cassette drainage to surface water or a soakaway, not to the foul drain.
What happens on site
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.
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.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Telescopic posts | Retract into a cassette with a flush lid when lowered. Tidy and secure, but need depth and drainage under the drive. |
| Removable posts | Lift out of a shallow socket and lock in place. Simple and low cost to fit, but must be stored when out. |
| Finishes | Black, grey, yellow or stainless finishes, with reflective bands so visitors see the post at night. |
What moves the price in Plymouth
Two Plymouth jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Drainage for telescopic and semi-automatic cassettes
- Type of post: telescopic, fold-down, removable or semi-automatic
- Finish and keyed-alike locks
Keeping them working
With telescopic and semi-automatic posts, lift the lid every few months and check the cassette is not holding water or silt. Use the post regularly and keep the lock lubricated, especially before winter.
If posts in Plymouth are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Driveway security posts in Plymouth: FAQs
Can you install driveway security posts anywhere in Plymouth?
We cover all of Plymouth (PL1, PL4, PL3, PL2, PL9 and PL5) and the rest of Devon. We also work in Plymstock.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Plymouth?
The highway authority for local roads in Plymouth is Plymouth City 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 Plymouth?
In Plymouth, 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.
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.
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.