Why Gate Letterboxes Are Ideal for Gated Communities

The latest item on the housebuyer wishlist is a gated home, especially for city dwellers. We explore why they are being snapped up and why gate letterboxes are ideal for gated communities.

Why are Gated Communities Popular?

Many homes have perimeter fences or gates to separate the property from neighbours and the street. However, gated communities typically involve a private road with several houses or apartments. These are protected by a perimeter fence and a controlled access entrance point.

The residents can easily enter and exit using code pads, number plate recognition and release buttons. However, it isn’t easy for non-residents to walk or drive down the road. There are many appeals to a gated community, the first of which is enhanced security. The gates act as a physical deterrent which supports crime prevention and minimises antisocial behaviour.

In addition, there is a greater sense of privacy and peace. Without a constant stream of passersby, it feels safer for children to play out. There is no one driving at full pelt in the street or parking outside your house. No doorstep callers or other unwanted guests. This all helps to make your home feel like a sanctuary, especially in the middle of a bustling city.

Are you starting to see why gated communities are popular?

The Challenge of Deliveries to Gated Homes

One of the main challenges of gated communities is how to receive deliveries. Few of us have a regular postperson, so you can’t simply tell the access code to one person to solve the problem.

Do you start sharing the access code on the ‘special delivery instructions’ with every order you make?

If everyone on the street does this, it makes a mockery of access control. And, how do you know that the delivery drivers won’t pass this information on?

In some cases, you may have a buzzer that allows delivery drivers and posties to contact a central operator who can open the gate. However, this isn’t always an option, and there is always the risk that an opportunist will pass through the gates at the same time. So, what’s the solution?

Spotlight on Gate Post Boxes

We have a simple solution for any construction company working on a gated community project. Gate post boxes fit securely onto the entrance gate and provide an anti-theft hold for mail. Depending on the size of your community, you could install a single, large-capacity box for communal use, or individual gate post boxes for each property.

This solution greatly reduces the number of people who need to enter the community. Instead, the majority of deliveries can be made from outside the perimeter.

Our range of gate post boxes is designed and manufactured by European specialists to EU quality standards. Every model is thoroughly tested to ensure it is robust, weather-resistant and secure, with anti-theft features and a lockable hold. We also supply every post box with a warranty.