West Sussex · England
Bollard replacement in Chichester
Replacement bollards for sites across Chichester and the rest of West Sussex, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageAbout replacement bollards in Chichester
In the city of Chichester, replacement bollards tend to go in at high street shopfronts, small industrial units and community buildings. Replacement is the right answer when a post is too damaged to repair or no longer suits how the site is used.
We cover Chichester's PO19, PO18 and PO20 postcode districts, including places such as Fishbourne, Bosham, Westhampnett and Nutbourne. Jobs in Chichester can be combined with work in Bognor Regis (5.8 miles), Havant (9.1 miles), Littlehampton (10.6 miles) and Waterlooville (11.3 miles) (straight-line distances). Portsmouth is around 14 miles away.
Key facts for this area
- Area
- West Sussex, England
- Highway authority
- West Sussex County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Chichester
- Postcodes
- PO19, PO18 and PO20
- Guide price
- Typically £225–£1,245 per post + VAT (£265–£1,495 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £465
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Bognor Regis (5.8 mi), Havant (9.1 mi), Littlehampton (10.6 mi), Waterlooville (11.3 mi)
Guide prices for Chichester
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £225–£665 + VAT · £265–£795 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £535–£975 + VAT · £635–£1,145 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £855–£1,245 + VAT · £1,045–£1,495 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post replaced, old post and footing removed; +6% for South East. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Common reasons for replacement bollards in Chichester
What replacement bollards usually sort out in Chichester:
- Cracked cast iron or chipped concrete bollards
- Single missing posts in an otherwise sound line
- Crushed sockets and failed telescopic cassettes
What we check first in Chichester
West Sussex County Council is the highway authority covering Chichester's local roads. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
If your site in Chichester is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (the council for Chichester) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
If the old foundation is cracked from the impact, it is removed entirely; if it is sound and suits the new post, reuse can reduce disruption. Reinstatement matches the surrounding surface, though weathered paving and older tarmac may leave a visible patch.
- Keep gaps and visibility bands in line with Inclusive Mobility guidance when replacing posts on pedestrian routes.
- Where bollards were required by a planning condition, a security plan or a lease, check that any change of type still meets that requirement.
How the job runs
Order the replacement
Matching posts, sockets or castings are ordered, and you see details of any close equivalent before it is confirmed.
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 |
|---|---|
| Crash-rated upgrade | Replacing unrated posts with tested products, installed to the manufacturer's foundation design and specified with your security adviser. |
| Change of type | Swapping fixed posts for removable, telescopic, flexible or polymer bollards to suit how the site is used. |
| Making safe | Removing or capping a dangerous broken stub before the replacement is fitted. |
What moves the price in Chichester
Two Chichester jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Number of posts and the product chosen
- Size and condition of the old foundation
- Matching special finishes, castings or discontinued products
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.
For damaged or loose posts in Chichester, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Common questions
Which parts of Chichester do you cover for replacement bollards?
We cover all of Chichester (PO19, PO18 and PO20) and the rest of West Sussex. We also work in Bognor Regis, Havant and Littlehampton.
Do I need consent for bollards on a public footway in Chichester?
In Chichester, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from West Sussex County Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
What's a typical price for replacement bollards in Chichester?
In Chichester, typically £225–£1,245 per post replaced, old post and footing removed, plus VAT (£265–£1,495 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £465 plus VAT, using our South East guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Can you provide paperwork for an insurance claim?
Yes. The written quote, photographs and itemised invoice are usually what an insurer asks for when recovering the cost from the driver responsible. We can provide them in the format your insurer needs.
Can you replace just one bollard in a line?
Yes. We measure and match the existing posts so the new one sits in line at the same height and finish. If the original product is no longer made, we show you a close equivalent first.
Bollard replacement near Chichester
- Bognor Regis (5.8 mi)
- Havant (9.1 mi)
- Littlehampton (10.6 mi)
- Waterlooville (11.3 mi)
- Portsmouth (13.8 mi)
- Gosport (15.5 mi)