Hampshire · England
Driveway security posts for homes in Fleet
Driveway security posts for sites across Fleet and the rest of Hampshire, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageFleet driveway security posts
We supply and fit driveway security posts throughout Fleet, typically for sites such as carports, driveways and shared drives. 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 cover Fleet's GU51, GU52, RG27 and RG29 postcode districts, including places such as Elvetham Heath, Crookham Village, Hartley Wintney and Phoenix Green. We also cover neighbouring Farnborough (3.4 miles), Aldershot (3.9 miles), Yateley (4.1 miles) and Sandhurst (4.8 miles) — distances are straight-line. Fleet is about 13 miles from Reading.
Local details
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Highway authority
- Hampshire County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Hart
- Postcodes
- GU51, GU52, RG27 and RG29
- Guide price
- Typically £405–£895 per post inc VAT; minimum job £415
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Farnborough (3.4 mi), Aldershot (3.9 mi), Yateley (4.1 mi), Sandhurst (4.8 mi)
What driveway security posts cost in Fleet
| 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.
Driveway security posts in Fleet: common uses
Typical reasons Fleet sites choose driveway security posts:
- Homes with a high-value car or van parked outside
- Homes worried about keyless or relay car theft
- Open-plan frontages without gates
Before we dig in Fleet
Hampshire County Council is the highway authority covering Fleet'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 Hart) 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. We scan and hand-dig before cutting deep for a telescopic cassette.
- Connect any cassette drainage to surface water or a soakaway, not to the foul drain.
- In conservation areas or at listed buildings, check with the local planning authority before fitting visible posts.
What happens on site
Free home survey
We look at your drive, how and where you park, the surface and what might be under it, such as the water pipe or a gas service. You receive a fixed written quote with the post type and position marked.
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 |
|---|---|
| Telescopic posts | Retract into a cassette with a flush lid when lowered. Tidy and secure, but need depth and drainage under the drive. |
| Keyed-alike locks | Two posts or more can be supplied so one key opens both, which helps households with several cars. |
| Removable posts | Lift out of a shallow socket and lock in place. Simple and low cost to fit, but must be stored when out. |
Pricing driveway security posts in Fleet
Two Fleet jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Depth available and services under the drive
- Finish and keyed-alike locks
- Drainage for telescopic and semi-automatic cassettes
Looking after them
Fold-down posts need the hinge oiled and anchors checked. Use the post regularly and keep the lock lubricated, especially before winter.
For damaged or loose posts in Fleet, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Common questions
Which parts of Fleet do you cover for driveway security posts?
We cover all of Fleet (GU51, GU52, RG27 and RG29) and the rest of Hampshire. We also work in Farnborough, Aldershot and Yateley.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Fleet?
Hampshire County Council is the highway authority covering Fleet's local roads. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
What's a typical price for driveway security posts in Fleet?
In Fleet, 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.
Will fitting a post damage my block paving?
Only a small area is lifted and the original blocks are relaid around the post. Done carefully, the repair is hard to spot. Resin and imprinted drives show patching more.
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.
Driveway security posts near Fleet
- Farnborough (3.4 mi)
- Aldershot (3.9 mi)
- Yateley (4.1 mi)
- Sandhurst (4.8 mi)
- Farnham (5 mi)
- Camberley (5.4 mi)