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What to expect when hiring locksmiths in Castlemaine
Where locksmiths near Castlemaine are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where locksmiths near Castlemaine are based
Of the 13 locksmiths listed, 1 is based in Castlemaine and 10 within 50 km, the most in Bendigo, Dean and Glendonald. The other 3 are based more than 50 km away.
- based in Castlemaine
- 1
- based within 50 km
- 10
- based further away
- 3
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How to choose a good locksmith in Castlemaine
Castlemaine has a good number of rated locksmiths to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most locksmiths here are rated highly, but few have many reviews yet. The typical locksmith has 27 reviews. Only 2 of the 11 rated locksmiths within 50 km of Castlemaine have 4.8 stars or more from at least 100 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated November 2026.
- average rating
- 4.82
- typical reviews
- 27
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 100+
Star rating
36% of locksmiths here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 27 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Castlemaine11 rated locksmiths27 typical reviews | 4.82 | 11 | 27 |
| Moonlight Flat11 rated locksmiths27 typical reviews | 4.82 | 11 | 27 |
| Mckenzie Hill11 rated locksmiths27 typical reviews | 4.82 | 11 | 27 |
| Campbells Creek11 rated locksmiths27 typical reviews | 4.82 | 11 | 27 |
| Chewton11 rated locksmiths27 typical reviews | 4.82 | 11 | 27 |
| Golden Point11 rated locksmiths27 typical reviews | 4.82 | 11 | 27 |
What locksmith costs
Across Australia, locksmith typically runs $198 – $539 for emergency lockout, and $220 – $613 for change locks.
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What's in a good Locksmith quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered (labour, materials, prep and clean-up), so you're comparing like for like. Check what each locksmith's quote covers before you choose.
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- 01Security licence
The licence number, verifiable with your state regulator.
- 02Callout fee
On its own line, never inside a single lump sum.
- 03Lock brand and model
The exact lock named, not just 'deadbolt'.
- 04Entry method
Pick versus drill; drilling costs more and destroys the lock.
- 05Workmanship warranty
A warranty period, 12 months is the standard minimum.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Do locksmiths need a licence in VIC?
Locksmiths need a licence in VIC for some jobs.
A locksmith needs a private security licence only to install or service security equipment.
- Licence
- Private Security Individual Operator Licence (acting as a security equipment installer)
- Regulator
- Victoria Police — Licensing and Regulation Division
Sources: Private Security Act 2004, police.vic.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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