Leicestershire · England
Bollard replacement in Wigston
Replacement bollards for sites across Wigston and the rest of Leicestershire, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageAbout replacement bollards in Wigston
Replacement is the right answer when a post is too damaged to repair or no longer suits how the site is used. In Wigston, that tends to mean sites such as residential driveways, community car parks and filling-station forecourts.
Coverage in Wigston takes in the LE18 postcode district and nearby places like Kilby. We also cover neighbouring Oadby (1.8 miles), Leicester (4.3 miles), Market Harborough (10.2 miles) and Hinckley (12.3 miles) — distances are straight-line. It sits roughly 4 miles from Leicester as the crow flies.
Key facts for this area
- Area
- Leicestershire, England
- Highway authority
- Leicestershire County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Oadby and Wigston
- Postcodes
- LE18
- Guide price
- Typically £215–£1,195 per post + VAT (£255–£1,445 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £435
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Oadby (1.8 mi), Leicester (4.3 mi), Market Harborough (10.2 mi), Hinckley (12.3 mi)
Common reasons for replacement bollards in Wigston
What replacement bollards usually sort out in Wigston:
- Single missing posts in an otherwise sound line
- Replacing mixed, mismatched posts with a consistent line
- Upgrading posts that keep being hit
Replacement bollard prices in Wigston
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £215–£615 + VAT · £255–£735 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £495–£905 + VAT · £585–£1,095 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £785–£1,195 + VAT · £935–£1,445 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post replaced, old post and footing removed; -2% for East Midlands. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Before we dig in Wigston
The highway authority for local roads in Wigston is Leicestershire County Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
If your site in Wigston is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (the council for Oadby and Wigston) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Reinstatement matches the surrounding surface, though weathered paving and older tarmac may leave a visible patch. Breaking out is done carefully near services, particularly where cables have been laid close to posts since the original installation.
- Where bollards were required by a planning condition, a security plan or a lease, check that any change of type still meets that requirement.
- Keep gaps and visibility bands in line with Inclusive Mobility guidance when replacing posts on pedestrian routes.
From survey to handover
Survey and match
At the free site survey we measure the existing bollards, photograph the line and check the foundations. A fixed written quote sets out like-for-like and any upgrade options.
Install the new post
The new bollard is set in a fresh foundation, aligned with its neighbours and the surface is reinstated to match.
Hand over records
Photographs and an itemised invoice are provided, which is useful when recovering the cost from a driver's insurer.
Finishes and options
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Matched finishes | RAL powder coat, stainless grade and finish, or heritage paint schemes matched to the existing line. |
| Crash-rated upgrade | Replacing unrated posts with tested products, installed to the manufacturer's foundation design and specified with your security adviser. |
| Heavier section | Larger diameter, thicker wall or concrete-filled steel where posts keep getting bent. |
What moves the price in Wigston
When we price replacement bollards in Wigston, these make the biggest difference:
- Matching special finishes, castings or discontinued products
- Size and condition of the old foundation
- Upgrades that need larger foundations
After installation
Treat new posts as part of your routine inspections: check for lean, chips and faded bands. Keep a record of the new product, finish and supplier so future replacements match.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Wigston.
Common questions
Can you carry out replacement bollards anywhere in Wigston?
We cover all of Wigston (LE18) and the rest of Leicestershire. We also work in Oadby, Leicester and Market Harborough.
Do I need consent for bollards on a public footway in Wigston?
The highway authority for local roads in Wigston is Leicestershire County Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
How much do replacement bollards cost in Wigston?
In Wigston, typically £215–£1,195 per post replaced, old post and footing removed, plus VAT (£255–£1,445 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £435 plus VAT, using our East Midlands guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Can a new bollard reuse the old foundation?
Sometimes, if the old foundation is sound and suits the new post. Foundations cracked by an impact are broken out. Rated bollards always need the manufacturer's tested foundation.
Should we replace like-for-like or upgrade?
Like-for-like if the post was hit once in an unusual incident. Consider an upgrade if the same position is struck repeatedly or the post no longer suits how the site is used. The survey will show which makes sense.
Bollard replacement in nearby towns
- Oadby (1.8 mi)
- Leicester (4.3 mi)
- Market Harborough (10.2 mi)
- Hinckley (12.3 mi)
- Loughborough (13.6 mi)
- Coalville (15.2 mi)