Alleygates

They are large black metal gates that were put in to prevent burglaries. They have also been useful in helping to reduce other crime and anti-social behaviour (ASB) in alleyways.

Unfortunately, there are no plans to install any more alley gates. Funding for the scheme ended several years ago.

Residents whose properties can be accessed through the gates, council and emergency services staff and contractors working on behalf of the council.

If you live on a block which has alley gates you can request a key here Alley gates - St Helens Borough Council

You should report any maintenance issues or faults to us at the council here Alley gates - St Helens Borough Council or by ringing the Contact Centre on 01744 676789

The Council is responsible for maintaining alley gates, please report faults to Alley gates - St Helens Borough Council or by ringing the Contact Centre on 01744 676789.

We ask for resident's support in ensuring day to day management of the alley gates. 

Please shut your gates behind you, using your key to open and close them to prevent any damage and noise, and ensure that the drop bolt is placed into the receiver to keep the gates safely in the open position while you pass through.  

It is very rare for alley gates to be removed; some have been moved to accommodate later developments in the area.

If you are having any problems with crime and anti-social behaviour in your alleyway, you should report it to Merseyside Police or Crime stoppers UK. Incidents of anti-social behaviour can also be reported to the council's Community Safety Team.

They prevent access to people who are not your neighbours. The Community Safety Team monitor and issue keys to those who are entitled. Reducing the likelihood of fly tipping, anti-social behaviour and other unwanted behaviour in the space.

The Alley gates are made to the 'Secured By Design' Gold Standard, which is a UK Police scheme to 'design out' crime.

Not intentionally. Some gates may be in view of the council's wider CCTV infrastructure.