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Flexible bollard installation in Merseyside
Flexible bollards for sites across Merseyside: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageFlexible bollards in Merseyside
Polyurethane and spring-based bollards that bend when hit and return upright, for car parks, depots and lane separation. We cover Merseyside — Liverpool, St Helens, Birkenhead, Southport and Wallasey and more.
Highway authorities for local roads in Merseyside: Knowsley Council, Liverpool City Council, Sefton Council, St. Helens Council and Wirral Council.
Choose your town in Merseyside
- Liverpool
- St Helens
- Birkenhead
- Southport
- Wallasey
- Bootle
- Bebington
- Huyton
- Kirkby
- Prescot
- Heswall
- Maghull
- Newton-le-Willows
- Formby
- Litherland
- Halewood
Guide prices in Merseyside
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £195–£355 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £305–£475 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £425–£585 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and fixed; -2% for North West. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Highway and planning authorities in Merseyside
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | Liverpool City Council | Liverpool City Council |
| St Helens | St. Helens Council | St. Helens Council |
| Birkenhead | Wirral Council | Wirral Council |
| Southport | Sefton Council | Sefton Council |
| Wallasey | Wirral Council | Wirral Council |
| Bootle | Sefton Council | Sefton Council |
| Bebington | Wirral Council | Wirral Council |
| Huyton | Knowsley Council | Knowsley Council |
| Kirkby | Knowsley Council | Knowsley Council |
| Prescot | Knowsley Council | Knowsley Council |
| Heswall | Wirral Council | Wirral Council |
| Maghull | Sefton Council | Sefton Council |
| Newton-le-Willows | St. Helens Council | St. Helens Council |
| Formby | Sefton Council | Sefton Council |
| Litherland | Sefton Council | Sefton Council |
| Halewood | Knowsley Council | Knowsley Council |
Rules for flexible bollards 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. Accessibility guidance asks for posts at least 1,000 mm high with contrasting tops and no chains between them.
Details and sources: bollard rules in England.
How installation works
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.
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.
Fit posts and test
Posts are fitted and bent by hand to confirm they return upright, and reflective sleeves are applied.
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.
Flexible bollards in Merseyside: FAQs
Do you cover all of Merseyside for flexible bollards?
Yes — including Liverpool, St Helens, Birkenhead, Southport, Wallasey, Bootle, Bebington and Huyton. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do flexible bollards cost in Merseyside?
In Merseyside, typically £195–£585 per bollard, supplied and fixed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £435 plus VAT, using our North West guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Merseyside?
For local roads, Knowsley Council, Liverpool City Council, Sefton Council, St. Helens Council and Wirral Council; National Highways covers motorways and trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the highway authority's written agreement.
Can flexible bollards go in a multi-storey car park?
Yes, often with low-profile bases. The deck has to be checked first, as some slabs contain tendons or waterproofing that must not be drilled. The building owner usually needs to agree the fixing method.
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.