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Locked out, snapped key, or broken lock? A local locksmith can often reach town addresses within the hour. Non-destructive entry where possible.
From £75Need a spare house key, padlock key, or restricted-profile key cut? Most standard keys are cut while you wait; specialist keys need a properly-equipped locksmith. Here’s where to go and what it costs.
We’re still launching in Cornwall and may not have a local locksmith for you yet. Tell us what you need; your confirmation email says straight away what happens next.
Most key cutting is a quick, low-cost job — but not all keys are equal. Standard house, padlock, and cabinet keys can be cut in minutes at most shops. Specialist keys (high-security, restricted-profile, dimple keys, modern car keys) need a properly-equipped locksmith with the right machine.
Types of key a locksmith can cut:
Typical Cornwall prices (2026):
Most Cornwall key cutters operate from town centres or shopping parades, but mobile specialists will also come to you for batch jobs (multiple keys, master key sets, lost-original cases). Tell the locksmith how many keys, what type, and where you are when you call.
We’re an independent guide, not a locksmith. These are the honest options; if you’re locked out right now, use the first one.
Locked out? This is the fast route. The Master Locksmiths Association lists its member companies online, searchable by postcode, so you can call a locksmith based near you directly.
Ask the locksmith for ID when they arrive and a fixed price before they start. Ask whether they’re an MLA member, and be wary of national call-centre numbers posing as local firms. For lock changes, ask for BS3621 or TS007-rated parts if your insurance needs them.
Not urgent? Tell us what you need. We’re still looking for Cornish locksmiths to work with, so we may not have one for your area yet; your confirmation email says straight away what happens next. If we do have one, we’ll tell you who before sharing anything, and locksmiths may pay us for introductions.
Need something other than key cutting? Our guides cover the full range of Cornwall locksmith work — emergencies, lock changes, car keys, commercial, and key cutting.
Locked out, snapped key, or broken lock? A local locksmith can often reach town addresses within the hour. Non-destructive entry where possible.
From £75Moved in, lost keys, post-burglary, or upgrading to BS3621? Full lock replacement on UPVC, composite or wooden doors — insurance-compliant.
From £80Locked out, lost the key, or need a spare cut and programmed? Mobile auto locksmith service — typically 50-70% cheaper than a main dealer.
From £75Master key systems, access control, restricted-profile cylinders, holiday-let smart locks. Survey and quote on site.
From £120Standard, mortice, dimple, high-security and restricted-profile keys. Most jobs cut while you wait.
From £3Typical 2026 starting prices in Cornwall. These are guides, not quotes: always agree a price with the locksmith before any work starts.
Lockouts, snapped keys, broken locks. Daytime rate; out-of-hours premium £30-50.
Single cylinder or mortice replacement, parts inclusive. BS3621-compliant.
Spare cut + programmed. Lost-key replacement from £150 (no original needed).
Evening, weekend, and bank holiday callouts. Available where local capacity allows.
Find your nearest town guide for typical prices and local tips.
Everything you need to know about key cutting in Cornwall.
Standard house key: £3-£6. Mortice or BS3621 key: £5-£10. Dimple/UPVC key: £8-£18. High-security key (Avocet, Brisant Ultion, Mul-T-Lock): £15-£40. Restricted-profile keys: £20-£60 with proper authorisation.
No. Standard keys, yes. High-security keys need specialist machines that only proper locksmiths have. Restricted-profile keys (often marked 'do not duplicate' or with a unique stamp) can only be copied by the original installer or an authorised dealer, with written authorisation from the registered keyholder.
Standard keys: 1-3 minutes. Dimple/high-security keys: 5-10 minutes. Restricted-profile keys may need to be ordered if the cutter doesn't stock the blank: 1-7 days. Batch jobs (master key sets) can take longer — discuss with the specialist.
Sometimes. A locksmith can decode the lock (read the cuts from the lock itself) and cut a new key from scratch. This needs access to the lock and works best with standard mortice/euro cylinders. Costs from £40-£100 for the decoding + key. For restricted-profile locks, you'll need to contact the original installer.
Most major Cornwall towns have a key cutter — Timpson and Mr Minit operate in larger town centres (Truro, Falmouth, Bodmin). Independent locksmiths and hardware shops cover smaller towns. For mobile cutting, batch jobs, or specialist keys, use a locksmith: the Master Locksmiths Association directory lists members by postcode.