3 Best Locksmith Services in London (2026)

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By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 7 min read

A locked-out car or a broken key in London usually can't wait for business hours, and the locksmith you call matters more than the price on the quote. UK Auto Locksmith Ltd alone has logged 1,439 Google reviews at a 4.9 rating, dwarfing the rest of the names on this page, but each of the locksmiths here serves a different kind of job, from emergency car keys to a decades-old key-cutting counter near Leicester Square.

Short answer: The most-reviewed locksmith in London is UK Auto Locksmith Ltd (4.9 stars, 1,439 reviews), specializing in mobile car key replacement across London and the surrounding counties. V & P Fox Master Locksmiths (4.9, 105 reviews) is a long-running Covent Garden key-cutting and locksmith shop, established in 1969.

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London's Locksmiths, Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	UK Auto Locksmith Ltd	4.9 ★	1,439	Car key replacement / 24-7 emergency	View ›
2	V & P Fox Master Locksmiths	4.9 ★	105	Key cutting / general locksmith services	View ›
3	City Locksmith	3.6 ★	17	Lock upgrades / emergency call-outs	View ›

3 Best Locksmith Services in London (2026)

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#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

UK Auto Locksmith Ltd

4.91,439 Google reviews

UK Auto Locksmith Ltd is a mobile auto locksmith operating across London, Hertfordshire, Surrey, and Greater London, specializing in car key replacement and coded key copying for all makes and models. The company runs a 24-hour service and has built up over 2,000 reviews on Trustpilot in addition to its Google presence.

What people praise

By far the deepest review history of any locksmith on this page
Reviewers consistently report same-day or next-day emergency response
Technicians described as professional and communicative throughout the job
Mobile service, so it comes to you rather than requiring a shop visit

Worth knowing

Coded car key work carries a higher price point than a simple house lock, so ask for a quote based on your specific vehicle

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,439 · 96th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

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Our take: The safest default on this list for car key emergencies, given both the scale of its review history and how consistently reviewers report fast, professional service.

Website +442038809904 Directions

Flat 48, 6 Salamanca Pl, London SE1 7HB

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V & P Fox Master Locksmiths

4.9105 Google reviews

V & P Fox Master Locksmiths is a third-generation, family-run locksmith and key-cutting shop in Covent Garden, established in 1969, offering key cutting, access control, fob and remote copying, safe servicing, and alarm and CCTV installation for both domestic and commercial customers. The shop is a short walk from Leicester Square underground station.

What people praise

Over 50 years of operating history as a family-run business
Reviewers describe quick turnaround, often within minutes for standard key cutting
Praised for competitive pricing compared to chain locksmiths
Covers a wide range beyond keys, including safes, alarms, and CCTV

Worth knowing

Closed weekends, so plan a weekday visit

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume105 · 88th

Confidencemoderate

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: A strong choice for walk-in key cutting and general locksmith needs, with a long track record as a genuine family business rather than a call centre operation.

Website +442078362902 Directions

91A St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4AP

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

City Locksmith

3.617 Google reviews

City Locksmith, based in Westminster, offers residential and commercial locksmith services including lock upgrades, anti-bump cylinder installation, UPVC door and lock repair, and emergency 24-hour call-outs. The business also markets itself for car lockout and rekeying jobs.

What people praise

Reviewers describe fair pricing and honest communication about arrival times
Anti-bump cylinder upgrades explained clearly during installation, per one reviewer
24-hour availability advertised for emergency call-outs

Worth knowing

Smallest review base and lowest rating on this list, with one reviewer flagging concerns about the listed shopfront address
Worth confirming the technician's credentials and getting the quote in writing before work starts

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating3.6 / 5

Review volume17 · 79th

Confidenceearly

Recency8 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown65% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Given the smaller review base and the address concern raised by one reviewer, verify details directly before booking, and consider the two larger, more established names above first for anything beyond a simple job.

Website +447365244854 Directions

5 Greycoat Pl, London SW1P 1BL

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other London locksmiths. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from over a thousand people carries more weight than the same score from a handful. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a locksmith cost in London? (2026)

Locksmith pricing in London depends heavily on the type of job, a simple key cut costs far less than an emergency car key replacement or a full lock upgrade, so we have not sourced a single trustworthy market-wide price range covering every service type here. Get a clear quote before work begins, and ask whether call-out fees apply for emergency or after-hours visits.

Serving all of London

These locksmiths cover Central London, Covent Garden, Westminster, and extend across Greater London, Surrey, and Hertfordshire for mobile call-outs. Searching for a locksmith near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire a locksmith

Is the quote flat-rate, and does it include any call-out or after-hours fee?
Can you provide ID or proof of the shopfront address before I book?
Do you use non-destructive entry techniques where possible?
How quickly can you get to me for an emergency lockout?
Is there a warranty on parts and labour for lock upgrades?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these locksmiths?

We started from every locksmith in London with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do London locksmiths offer 24/7 emergency service?

UK Auto Locksmith Ltd and City Locksmith both advertise 24-hour availability. Confirm any after-hours premium when you call, since emergency call-outs often cost more than daytime jobs.

Can I get a car key replaced without the original?

UK Auto Locksmith Ltd specializes specifically in coded car key replacement, including cases where the original key has been lost entirely.

The bottom line

UK Auto Locksmith Ltd is the safe default for car key emergencies given its scale and consistency, while V & P Fox is the better call for walk-in key cutting and general locksmith work. Get the quote in writing before any job starts.

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