What services do you offer in Cambridge?

Lockouts, lock changes, uPVC and composite door repairs, key cutting, burglary repairs, and BS3621 upgrades. Domestic and commercial work across all CB postcodes.

How much does a lock change cost?

Anti-snap euro cylinders from £89 fitted. Full BS3621 mortice on a wooden Victorian door from £119 to £159 depending on insurer specification.

Do you handle student property changeovers?

Yes. Tenant changeovers between June and September are a busy season for us. We rekey or fully replace cylinders, supply keyed-alike sets and provide written invoices for letting agents.

Do you cut keys on site?

Standard cylinder and mortice keys cut on the van while you wait. Specialist or restricted keys may take 24 to 48 hours.

Account billing for letting agents?

Yes. We work with several Cambridge agents on portfolio basis with consolidated monthly invoicing.

Available evenings and weekends?

Phones answered 24 hours, every day. Engineers on call through the night for emergencies. Pre-booked work scheduled at your convenience.

Yes, Yale Conexis, Ultion Nuki and Mul-T-Lock smart cylinders are stocked. Compatibility advice given before fitting.

Locksmith in Cambridge

Trusted Cambridge locksmith service. Lockouts, lock changes, uPVC repairs — handled fast.

From Victorian terraces and modern student builds to brand-new builds, we fit and repair every lock type across CB postcodes.

Locksmith service from £39

15-20 min response in Cambridge

4.9

3,421 Google reviews

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No callout fee
24/7 service
From £39

Locksmith Coverage in Cambridge (CB)

Our Cambridge locksmith engineers cover the full CB postcode, working across Ely, Saffron Walden, Newmarket, St Ives, Histon, Trumpington and Cherry Hinton. Large rental and student property sector, which means our engineers are familiar with everything from victorian terraces and modern student builds.

15-20 min

Average response across CB postcode

7+ areas

Surrounding CB towns covered

24/7

Including weekends & bank holidays

£0

No callout fee, anywhere in CB

All 16 CB postcode districts covered

We cover the full CB postcode area, every district from start to end:

CB1
CB2
CB3
CB4
CB5
CB6
CB7
CB8
CB9
CB10
CB11
CB21
CB22
CB23
CB24
CB25

Just call and tell us your postcode. Whether you're in CB1 central or CB25 outer area, we dispatch the closest engineer.

15-20 min response across CB

We have multiple engineers based across the CB postcode area, not just in central Cambridge. Whichever district you're in, the closest available engineer is dispatched, so the 15-20 minute average holds across the full coverage area.

Ely 15-20 min
Saffron Walden 15-20 min
Newmarket 15-20 min
Other CB towns 15-20 min

Same response time day or night, including bank holidays. Times can extend slightly during peak traffic.

Common reasons people in Cambridge call us

Locked out of home or rental. Lost keys, broken keys, or door slammed shut. Non-destructive entry within 20 minutes typical.
uPVC door won't lock. Multipoint mechanism failed — common in victorian terraces and modern student builds after years of use. Same-day repairs.
Lock change after moving in. Standard practice in Cambridge rentals and new home purchases. BS3621 insurance-rated locks available on the van.
Burglary or attempted break-in. Emergency boarding-up overnight, full lock replacement next morning. We work directly with insurers.
Snapped or stuck key. Extracted without damaging the cylinder, usually under 15 minutes on site.

Other areas in the CB region we cover

Ely
Saffron Walden
Newmarket
St Ives
Histon
Trumpington
Cherry Hinton

Transparent Pricing

All prices confirmed before work begins. Our locksmiths carry a wide range of locks and parts for immediate service.

Locked Out / Gain Entry

Emergency lockout service — fast response

£39 – £250+

Lock Repair

Fix sticking, jamming, or faulty locks

£39 – £249+

uPVC Lock Repair

uPVC door lock & handle repairs

£69 – £249+

uPVC Door Lock Adjustment

Mechanism adjustment & alignment

£79 – £229+

Lock Change (Supply & Fit)

New lock supply and professional installation

£88 – £475+

Standard Deadbolt & Cylinders

Quality standard security locks

£29 – £299+

British Standard Deadbolt & Cylinders

Insurance-approved high-security locks (BS3621)

£109 – £350+

Gearbox Mechanism / Full Multi-point

Complete uPVC mechanism replacement

£89 – £375+

Car Lockout

Vehicle unlocking — price depends on vehicle type

£99 – £220+

Assessment Fee / Cancellation Fee

Assessment fee charged if you cancel after the locksmith arrives on site.

£49.00

Important: All prices are starting rates. Final price confirmed by phone before any work, and on-site after assessment if applicable.

✓ No hidden charges
✓ No call-out fee
✓ Fixed price guarantee after quote

Other Services in Cambridge

All services available 24/7. Same phone number, same engineers.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cambridge

What services do you offer in Cambridge?

Lockouts, lock changes, uPVC and composite door repairs, key cutting, burglary repairs, and BS3621 upgrades. Domestic and commercial work across all CB postcodes.
How much does a lock change cost?

Anti-snap euro cylinders from £89 fitted. Full BS3621 mortice on a wooden Victorian door from £119 to £159 depending on insurer specification.
Do you handle student property changeovers?

Yes. Tenant changeovers between June and September are a busy season for us. We rekey or fully replace cylinders, supply keyed-alike sets and provide written invoices for letting agents.
Do you cut keys on site?

Standard cylinder and mortice keys cut on the van while you wait. Specialist or restricted keys may take 24 to 48 hours.
Account billing for letting agents?

Yes. We work with several Cambridge agents on portfolio basis with consolidated monthly invoicing.
Available evenings and weekends?

Phones answered 24 hours, every day. Engineers on call through the night for emergencies. Pre-booked work scheduled at your convenience.
Smart locks?

Yes, Yale Conexis, Ultion Nuki and Mul-T-Lock smart cylinders are stocked. Compatibility advice given before fitting.

Have a different question? Just call.

What Our Customers Say

Locked out of our flat off Mill Road at 11pm. Engineer arrived in 17 minutes from central Cambridge. Picked the lock open without damage. £55.

Hannah B. Emergency lockout
Old five-lever mortice on a Victorian terrace in CB1 was original. Stiff, unreliable. Replaced with a modern BS3621, kept the brass plate. £125.

Helen V. Lock change
Burglary on a student rental in CB2 over the long vacation. Boarded same evening, full BS3621 fitted before students returned. Felt safe again.

Sarah M. Burglary repair
Burglary attempt on our terrace in Cherry Hinton. Frame splintered but they didn't get in. Boarded that night, full BS3621 deadlock fitted Saturday. Insurer was happy.

Mark D. Burglary repair