December is peak parcel season. Couriers are rushing, visitors are dropping in and the kids are home for the holidays. A few well-placed signs at home make deliveries smoother, keep your driveway clear and help keep children and pets safe. Here's our guide to the most useful signs for homes.
1. Parcel and delivery signs
- Parcel delivery instructions with your own text, e.g. "Leave at side gate"
- Please leave parcels here
- Deliveries, please leave parcels at front door
- Baby sleeping, please do not knock or ring, leave parcels at door
- Parcel theft warning, this entry is recorded
- No junk mail for the letterbox
At the front door: Do not knock, no door-to-door sales.
2. Driveway signs
Few things are more frustrating than a car parked across your driveway.
- No parking, keep driveway clear day or night
- No parking across driveway
- Private driveway, keep clear, no parking or turnaround
- Private driveway, no entry and Private driveway, residents only
- Caution driveway, watch out for cars
Our no parking vs no standing guide explains which wording to choose.
3. Kids at play
4. Gates and dogs
- Please keep this gate closed
- Warning, dogs roam free, keep gate closed
- Please keep this gate locked at all times
For more dog signs, see our dog signs guide. Pool owners should read our pool safety signs guide, including Keep pool gate closed.
5. Security
A visible CCTV or private property sign is a simple deterrent. See our CCTV signs guide and private property signs guide.
6. Christmas and personal touches
More gift ideas are in our personalised sign gift ideas.
Material tips
Aluminium is the best choice for gates, fences and driveways because it won't rust or fade quickly. Vinyl stickers suit letterboxes and front doors. See how to choose the right sign material and finishing options for mounting.
Frequently asked questions
Can I put my own delivery instructions on a sign?
Yes. The parcel delivery instructions sign lets you type your own wording.
Can I enforce a no parking sign on my driveway?
A sign makes your wishes clear, but enforcement of parking across a driveway is usually handled by your local council. Contact them if a car is blocking your driveway.
Will my signs arrive before Christmas?
Every sign is made to order. Order by Wednesday 16 December (NSW, VIC, QLD, SA) or Wednesday 9 December (WA, NT) for delivery before Christmas. Every sign is 30% off until 31 December.
Browse the full range in signs for homes and driveways.
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