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Access control for automatic bollards in Cambridgeshire
Bollard access control for sites across Cambridgeshire: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageBollard access control in Cambridgeshire
Across Cambridgeshire, typical sites for bollard access control systems include stadium approaches, city-centre plazas and retail parks. ANPR, fob, keypad, intercom and remote control systems that decide who can lower an automatic bollard, and when.
Highway authorities for local roads in Cambridgeshire: Cambridgeshire County Council and Peterborough City Council.
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Guide prices in Cambridgeshire
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £615–£5,545 + VAT | Remote fobs or a standalone keypad |
| Upgraded | £4,145–£9,045 + VAT | GSM intercom with keypad on a post |
| Premium | £7,645–£12,395 + VAT | ANPR camera, software and integration |
Per entrance, controls supplied, installed and commissioned; +3% for East of England. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Highway and planning authorities in Cambridgeshire
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Peterborough | Peterborough City Council | Peterborough City Council |
| Cambridge | Cambridgeshire County Council | Cambridgeshire County Council |
| Wisbech | Cambridgeshire County Council | the council for Fenland |
| St Neots | Cambridgeshire County Council | the council for Huntingdonshire |
| Huntingdon | Cambridgeshire County Council | the council for Huntingdonshire |
| March | Cambridgeshire County Council | the council for Fenland |
| Ely | Cambridgeshire County Council | the council for East Cambridgeshire |
Rules for bollard access control systems in England
Bollards on adopted highway are a matter for the highway authority under the Highways Act 1980, so they need its written agreement. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Rising bollards should fail safe, never rise beneath a vehicle, carry clear signs and give the emergency services an override.
Details and sources: bollard rules in England.
How installation works
Plan positions
Readers, cameras and intercoms are placed so drivers stop well before the bollard, with queueing space off the public road where possible.
Lay ducts and pedestals
Ducts are laid from the controller to each device, and pedestals or posts are set in concrete. Loops for exit and detection are cut and sealed.
Wire and connect
A qualified electrician installs power, and devices are connected to the bollard controller and to any network or building system.
Hand over
You are shown how to add and remove users, read logs and use the emergency override. Credentials and settings are recorded.
Bollard access control in Cambridgeshire: FAQs
Do you cover all of Cambridgeshire for bollard access control systems?
Yes — including Peterborough, Cambridge, Wisbech, St Neots, Huntingdon, March and Ely. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do bollard access control systems cost in Cambridgeshire?
In Cambridgeshire, typically £615–£12,395 per entrance, controls supplied, installed and commissioned, plus VAT, using our East of England guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Cambridgeshire?
For local roads, Cambridgeshire County Council and Peterborough City Council; National Highways covers motorways and trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the highway authority's written agreement.
Is ANPR or fob access better for an automatic bollard?
ANPR suits sites with many regular users who should not have to stop or carry a fob. Fobs suit sites where users change vehicles or where you want each person to have their own credential. Many sites use ANPR for staff and an intercom for visitors.
Do ANPR cameras at our entrance raise data protection issues?
They collect personal data, so you need to handle it properly, including signage, a privacy notice and sensible retention periods. Your data protection adviser can confirm what applies to your site. We can set retention and access options on the system to match.