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Flexible bollard installation in Greenwich
Flexible bollards for sites across Greenwich and the rest of London, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageFlexible bollards in Greenwich
Polyurethane and spring-based bollards that bend when hit and return upright, for car parks, depots and lane separation. In Greenwich, that tends to mean sites such as places of worship, hospital approaches and shopping parades.
We work across SE3, SE7, SE18, SE9, SE10 and SE2 — Greenwich itself and places including Woolwich and Eltham. We also cover neighbouring Lewisham (2.8 miles), Bexley (4.2 miles), Newham (4.5 miles) and Tower Hamlets (4.9 miles) — distances are straight-line.
Local details
- Area
- London, England
- Highway authority
- Greenwich Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Greenwich Council
- Postcodes
- SE3, SE7, SE18, SE9, SE10, SE2 and SE28
- Guide price
- Typically £225–£685 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £505
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Lewisham (2.8 mi), Bexley (4.2 mi), Newham (4.5 mi), Tower Hamlets (4.9 mi)
What flexible bollards cost in Greenwich
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £225–£415 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £365–£555 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £505–£685 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and fixed; +15% for London. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What Greenwich sites use flexible bollards for
Common uses in a place like Greenwich:
- Bus stations and coach parks
- Approaches to barriers, pay stations and ticket machines
- Marking pedestrian routes inside multi-storey car parks
What we check first in Greenwich
In Greenwich, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Greenwich Council, the local highway authority. Red routes are managed by Transport for London. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
If your site in Greenwich is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Greenwich Council) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Where posts go in a line across a drainage fall, positions avoid channels and gullies. Anchors therefore need sound concrete with enough edge distance; anchoring into thin, cracked or weak surfaces means the base works loose within weeks.
- On public highway, including cycle lane segregation, the highway authority's agreement and specification are needed.
- Check drilling into car park decks or podium slabs with the building owner before fixing.
Installation, step by step
Set out the line
Posts are set out to guide vehicles along the intended path, with spacing that reads as a line to drivers.
Fix the bases
Holes are drilled and cleaned, resin anchors or bolts are set and the bases fixed and torqued once cured. Socket bases are set flush in concrete.
Hand over spares and records
Post and base details are recorded so replacements match, and spare posts can be left on site for busy locations. Staff are shown how a post is swapped on its base.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Bolt-down or socket bases | Bolt-down for existing slabs; socket bases allow posts to be replaced without new fixings. |
| Polyurethane posts | Flex along their length and return to shape. Gentle on vehicles and common in car parks and on forecourts. |
| Sprung-base bollards | A rigid post on a heavy spring or elastomer base that tilts and returns. Looks like a conventional bollard. |
Pricing flexible bollards in Greenwich
When we price flexible bollards in Greenwich, these make the biggest difference:
- Number of posts and length of line
- Out-of-hours working in busy car parks
- Deck scanning and restrictions on drilling
After installation
Check flexible bollards for splits, permanent bends and loose bases, and tighten or replace fixings that have worked loose. Clean reflective sleeves so they stay visible, and replace them when they fade or peel.
For damaged or loose posts in Greenwich, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Flexible bollards in Greenwich: FAQs
Do you install flexible bollards in Greenwich?
We cover all of Greenwich (SE3, SE7, SE18, SE9, SE10 and SE2) and the rest of London. We also work in Lewisham, Bexley and Newham.
Do I need consent for flexible bollards on a public footway in Greenwich?
In Greenwich, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Greenwich Council, the local highway authority. Red routes are managed by Transport for London. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
How much do flexible bollards cost in Greenwich?
In Greenwich, typically £225–£685 per bollard, supplied and fixed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £505 plus VAT, using our London guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Do flexible bollards damage vehicles?
Typically very little in a low-speed knock, which is a large part of their appeal. They may leave a scuff on paintwork. A rigid post in the same position would usually dent the vehicle and bend itself.
Do flexible bollards work in cold weather?
They do, but polymers become stiffer in cold conditions and recover more slowly after a knock. Sprung-base designs are less affected. Neither type is damaged by normal UK winter temperatures.
Flexible bollards in nearby towns
- Lewisham (2.8 mi)
- Bexley (4.2 mi)
- Newham (4.5 mi)
- Tower Hamlets (4.9 mi)
- Southwark (5.1 mi)
- Bromley (7 mi)