Scotland · 2 towns
Fold-down parking post installation in City of Edinburgh
Fold-down parking posts for sites across City of Edinburgh: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageFold-down parking posts in City of Edinburgh
We supply and install fold-down parking posts across City of Edinburgh, with local pages for 2 towns below. Hinged fold-down parking posts with padlock or integral key locks, bolted down to protect private and allocated bays.
Highway and roads authorities for local roads in City of Edinburgh: City of Edinburgh Council.
Choose your town in City of Edinburgh
Guide prices in City of Edinburgh
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £145–£275 + VAT · £165–£325 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £235–£365 + VAT · £275–£435 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £325–£445 + VAT · £385–£525 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Local authorities across City of Edinburgh
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | City of Edinburgh Council | City of Edinburgh Council |
| South Queensferry | City of Edinburgh Council | City of Edinburgh Council |
Rules for fold-down parking posts in Scotland
Works in a public road or footway need the roads authority's written consent under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. 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 Scotland.
How installation works
Survey the bay
A free site survey looks at the surface, the bay layout and where wheels run. You receive a fixed written quote for the posts, locks and any concrete pad.
Position the post
The post is placed where your car can straddle it when folded, usually central to the bay entrance, so tyres do not run over the hinge every day.
Fit and torque
The base plate is fixed down and bolts tightened to the anchor maker's figure once the resin has cured. Anti-tamper bolt heads or caps can be fitted.
Check operation
The post is raised, locked, unlocked and folded several times, and the folded height is checked against your car's clearance.
Fold-down parking posts in City of Edinburgh: FAQs
Do you cover all of City of Edinburgh for fold-down parking posts?
Yes — including Edinburgh and South Queensferry. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do fold-down parking posts cost in City of Edinburgh?
In City of Edinburgh, typically £145–£445 per post, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£165–£525 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £345 plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in City of Edinburgh?
The council is the roads authority for local roads (City of Edinburgh Council); Transport Scotland covers trunk roads. Works in a public road need the roads authority's written consent.
Can someone simply unbolt the post?
Anti-tamper bolt heads or caps make it much harder, and the bolts are covered by the post when it is upright on many designs. Resin anchors set into concrete are also hard to remove without tools and time.
Are fold-down posts suitable for EV charging bays?
Yes, they are a common way to keep a charging bay free for the vehicle that needs it. Position the post so it does not interfere with the charging cable route or the charger itself.