East Sussex · England
Driveway security posts for homes in Crowborough
Driveway security posts for sites across Crowborough and the rest of East Sussex, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageDriveway security posts in Crowborough
In the town of Crowborough, driveway security posts tend to go in at front-garden parking spaces, carports and new-build estate drives. The right one depends on the surface, the depth available and how often the post will be used.
We work across TN6, TN7, TN20 and RH18 — Crowborough itself and places including Rotherfield, Town Row, Boarshead and Marden's Hill. Nearby, we also work in Tunbridge Wells (6.6 miles), East Grinstead (8.5 miles), Tonbridge (10.4 miles) and Haywards Heath (12.4 miles), measured as the crow flies. Brighton is around 21 miles away.
Key facts for this area
- Area
- East Sussex, England
- Highway authority
- East Sussex County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Wealden
- Postcodes
- TN6, TN7, TN20 and RH18
- Guide price
- Typically £405–£895 per post inc VAT; minimum job £415
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Tunbridge Wells (6.6 mi), East Grinstead (8.5 mi), Tonbridge (10.4 mi), Haywards Heath (12.4 mi)
Driveway security posts in Crowborough: common uses
Common uses in a place like Crowborough:
- Owners of motorhomes, caravans and trailers
- Drives where a gate would not fit or is not allowed
- Open-plan frontages without gates
What driveway security posts cost in Crowborough
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £405–£615 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £555–£755 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £705–£895 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post, supplied and installed; +6% for South East. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Permissions and groundwork in Crowborough
The highway authority for local roads in Crowborough is East Sussex County 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 Crowborough is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (the council for Wealden) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Domestic drives hide more than people expect. Clay soils hold water, so a telescopic or semi-automatic cassette there needs a proper soakaway or a connection to a surface water drain, never the foul drain.
- In conservation areas or at listed buildings, check with the local planning authority before fitting visible posts.
- Make sure the post is on your own land; a post on the pavement or the dropped kerb needs the highway authority's agreement.
What happens on site
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.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Finishes | Black, grey, yellow or stainless finishes, with reflective bands so visitors see the post at night. |
| Fold-down posts | Hinged posts bolted down with resin anchors. Quick to fit and no digging, but need a solid base to fix into. |
| 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 Crowborough
When we price driveway security posts in Crowborough, these make the biggest difference:
- Drainage for telescopic and semi-automatic cassettes
- Finish and keyed-alike locks
- Depth available and services under the drive
Keeping them working
Keep a spare key somewhere safe away from the car keys. Use the post regularly and keep the lock lubricated, especially before winter.
For damaged or loose posts in Crowborough, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Driveway security posts in Crowborough: FAQs
Can you install driveway security posts anywhere in Crowborough?
We cover all of Crowborough (TN6, TN7, TN20 and RH18) and the rest of East Sussex. We also work in Tunbridge Wells, East Grinstead and Tonbridge.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Crowborough?
The highway authority for local roads in Crowborough is East Sussex County 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 Crowborough?
In Crowborough, typically £405–£895 per post, supplied and installed, including VAT, with a minimum job of £415 plus VAT, using our South East 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.
Which type of post is right for my driveway?
Telescopic if you want a flush, tidy finish and will use it daily, provided the ground can be dug and drained. Fold-down if digging is not possible or the drive is concrete. Removable if the post will only be used occasionally and you have somewhere to store it.
Driveway security posts near Crowborough
- Tunbridge Wells (6.6 mi)
- East Grinstead (8.5 mi)
- Tonbridge (10.4 mi)
- Haywards Heath (12.4 mi)
- Hailsham (14.3 mi)
- Burgess Hill (14.7 mi)