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Flexible bollard installation in Wandsworth
Flexible bollards supplied and fitted in Wandsworth, London: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageFlexible bollards in Wandsworth
Whether it's shopping parades, hospital approaches and school gates, flexible bollards in Wandsworth are planned around who needs to get through and who doesn't. Flexible bollards are traffic management products, not barriers, and will not stop a vehicle that is driven at them.
Coverage in Wandsworth takes in the SW18, SW15, SW11, SW17 and SW12 postcode districts and nearby places like Putney. Nearby, we also work in Merton (2.9 miles), Lambeth (3.4 miles), Hammersmith and Fulham (3.6 miles) and Kensington and Chelsea (3.6 miles), measured as the crow flies.
Wandsworth at a glance
- Area
- London, England
- Highway authority
- Wandsworth Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Wandsworth Council
- Postcodes
- SW18, SW15, SW11, SW17 and SW12
- Guide price
- Typically £225–£685 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £505
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Merton (2.9 mi), Lambeth (3.4 mi), Hammersmith and Fulham (3.6 mi), Kensington and Chelsea (3.6 mi)
What flexible bollards cost in Wandsworth
| 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.
Where flexible bollards go in around Wandsworth
Typical reasons Wandsworth sites choose flexible bollards:
- Lane separation at car park entrances and exits
- Bus stations and coach parks
- Approaches to barriers, pay stations and ticket machines
Consents, ground and services in Wandsworth
The highway authority for local roads in Wandsworth is Wandsworth Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Red routes are managed by Transport for London. Flexible 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 Wandsworth is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Wandsworth 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. On tarmac, a small concrete pad or a socket base cast in concrete is the reliable option.
- Keep pedestrian gaps and routes clear, referring to Inclusive Mobility guidance where people walk through the line.
- On public highway, including cycle lane segregation, the highway authority's agreement and specification are needed.
Installation, step by step
Check the surface
Slabs and decks are checked for thickness, reinforcement and waterproofing before drilling. Weak tarmac may need a concrete pad or socket base.
Set out the line
Posts are set out to guide vehicles along the intended path, with spacing that reads as a line to drivers.
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.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| Bolt-down or socket bases | Bolt-down for existing slabs; socket bases allow posts to be replaced without new fixings. |
What affects the quote
When we price flexible bollards in Wandsworth, these make the biggest difference:
- Polymer posts or sprung-base bollards
- Surface condition and need for concrete pads
- Deck scanning and restrictions on drilling
Looking after them
After resurfacing or line repainting, check that the bases were not disturbed or painted over, and that posts still line up with the new markings. Clean reflective sleeves so they stay visible, and replace them when they fade or peel.
For damaged or loose posts in Wandsworth, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Questions about flexible bollards in Wandsworth
Do you install flexible bollards in Wandsworth?
We cover all of Wandsworth (SW18, SW15, SW11, SW17 and SW12) and the rest of London. We also work in Merton, Lambeth and Hammersmith and Fulham.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Wandsworth?
In Wandsworth, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Wandsworth 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 Wandsworth?
In Wandsworth, 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.
Can a damaged flexible post be replaced on the same base?
Usually, yes, especially with socket bases designed for it. The post is removed and a new one fitted. If the base itself is damaged or loose, it is re-fixed or replaced at the same time.
How many times can a flexible bollard be hit?
Many times in normal use, as long as the impacts are the low-speed bumps it is designed for. A heavy vehicle running right over it, or a high-speed strike, can tear it. Manufacturers give guidance for their products.
Flexible bollards in nearby towns
- Merton (2.9 mi)
- Lambeth (3.4 mi)
- Hammersmith and Fulham (3.6 mi)
- Kensington and Chelsea (3.6 mi)
- Richmond upon Thames (3.9 mi)
- Westminster (4.6 mi)