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Driveway security posts for homes in Plymstock
Driveway security posts for sites across Plymstock and the rest of Devon, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageDriveway security posts in Plymstock
Driveway security posts suit plenty of Plymstock sites, front-garden parking spaces, shared drives and new-build estate drives among them. 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.
Coverage in Plymstock takes in the PL9 postcode district and nearby places like Staddiscombe. We also cover neighbouring Plymouth (2.4 miles) — distances are straight-line.
Plymstock at a glance
- Area
- Devon, England
- Highway authority
- Plymouth City Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Plymouth City Council
- Postcodes
- PL9
- Guide price
- Typically £385–£845 per post inc VAT; minimum job £395
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Plymouth (2.4 mi)
Driveway security post prices in Plymstock
| 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.
Typical driveway security posts jobs in Plymstock
Typical reasons Plymstock sites choose driveway security posts:
- Homes worried about keyless or relay car theft
- Open-plan frontages without gates
- Owners of motorhomes, caravans and trailers
Permissions and groundwork in Plymstock
The highway authority for local roads in Plymstock 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.
If your site in Plymstock 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. Domestic drives hide more than people expect.
- If the drive is shared or has a right of way over it, agree positions with the neighbour first.
- In conservation areas or at listed buildings, check with the local planning authority before fitting visible posts.
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.
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 |
|---|---|
| Finishes | Black, grey, yellow or stainless finishes, with reflective bands so visitors see the post at night. |
| 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. |
What moves the price in Plymstock
Two Plymstock jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Drive surface and how visible a repair will be
- Drainage for telescopic and semi-automatic cassettes
- Type of post: telescopic, fold-down, removable or semi-automatic
After installation
Fold-down posts need the hinge oiled and anchors checked. With telescopic and semi-automatic posts, lift the lid every few months and check the cassette is not holding water or silt.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Plymstock.
Common questions
Which parts of Plymstock do you cover for driveway security posts?
We cover all of Plymstock (PL9) and the rest of Devon. We also work in Plymouth.
Do I need consent for driveway security posts on a public footway in Plymstock?
The highway authority for local roads in Plymstock 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 Plymstock?
In Plymstock, 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.
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.