Norfolk · England
Driveway security posts for homes in King's Lynn
Driveway security posts for sites across King's Lynn and the rest of Norfolk, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageKing's Lynn driveway security posts
Across King's Lynn, typical sites for driveway security posts include driveways, front-garden parking spaces 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 King's Lynn's PE30 and PE34 postcode districts, including places such as Terrington St Clement, Clenchwarton, Tilney St Lawrence and Wiggenhall St Germans. Nearby, we also work in Wisbech (11.5 miles) and March (18.9 miles), measured as the crow flies.
Key facts for this area
- Area
- Norfolk, England
- Highway authority
- Norfolk County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for King's Lynn and West Norfolk
- Postcodes
- PE30 and PE34
- Guide price
- Typically £395–£875 per post inc VAT; minimum job £405
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
Driveway security post prices in King's Lynn
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £395–£595 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £535–£735 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £685–£875 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post, supplied and installed; +3% for East of England. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What King's Lynn sites use driveway security posts for
Around King's Lynn, driveway security posts usually solve one of these:
- Drives where a gate would not fit or is not allowed
- Homes with a high-value car or van parked outside
- Houses near stations, schools or shops where drives get borrowed
Before we dig in King's Lynn
In King's Lynn, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Norfolk County Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
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 King's Lynn and West Norfolk) first — we flag this at survey.
We scan and hand-dig before cutting deep for a telescopic cassette. Domestic drives hide more than people expect.
- 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.
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.
Finishes and options
| 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. |
| Semi-automatic posts | Rise on their own when unlocked and push down to lower. Easier for daily use than lifting a post. |
| Removable posts | Lift out of a shallow socket and lock in place. Simple and low cost to fit, but must be stored when out. |
What affects the quote
Two King's Lynn 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
- Type of post: telescopic, fold-down, removable or semi-automatic
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. Use the post regularly and keep the lock lubricated, especially before winter.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in King's Lynn.
Questions about driveway security posts in King's Lynn
Can you install driveway security posts anywhere in King's Lynn?
We cover all of King's Lynn (PE30 and PE34) and the rest of Norfolk. We also work in Wisbech and March.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in King's Lynn?
The highway authority for local roads in King's Lynn is Norfolk 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.
What's a typical price for driveway security posts in King's Lynn?
In King's Lynn, typically £395–£875 per post, supplied and installed, including VAT, with a minimum job of £405 plus VAT, using our East of England 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.
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.