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Lighting bollard installation in Northamptonshire
Lighting bollards for sites across Northamptonshire: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageLighting bollards in Northamptonshire
We supply and install lighting bollards across Northamptonshire, with local pages for 6 towns below. Low-level LED bollard lights for paths, car parks, entrances and gardens, installed with a qualified electrician.
Highway authorities for local roads in Northamptonshire: North Northamptonshire Council and West Northamptonshire Council.
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Guide prices in Northamptonshire
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £335–£685 + VAT · £395–£815 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £585–£935 + VAT · £695–£1,095 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £835–£1,195 + VAT · £995–£1,445 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra); -2% for East Midlands. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Who looks after the roads in Northamptonshire
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Northampton | West Northamptonshire Council | West Northamptonshire Council |
| Corby | North Northamptonshire Council | North Northamptonshire Council |
| Kettering | North Northamptonshire Council | North Northamptonshire Council |
| Wellingborough | North Northamptonshire Council | North Northamptonshire Council |
| Rushden | North Northamptonshire Council | North Northamptonshire Council |
| Daventry | West Northamptonshire Council | West Northamptonshire Council |
Rules for lighting 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
Survey and lighting layout
A free site survey looks at the routes to be lit, where power can come from, surfaces and buried services. Bollard spacing is set from the product's light data, and you receive a fixed written quote.
Dig cable routes
Trenches are dug between bollard positions and the supply point, avoiding existing services, with cable or duct laid at a suitable depth and warning tape above.
Test, aim and certify
The circuit is tested and certified, bollards are checked at night for coverage and glare, and asymmetric heads are turned to face the path.
Reinstate
Trenches are backfilled and surfaces made good, whether paving, tarmac, gravel or turf.
Lighting bollards in Northamptonshire: FAQs
Do you cover all of Northamptonshire for lighting bollards?
Yes — including Northampton, Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough, Rushden and Daventry. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do lighting bollards cost in Northamptonshire?
In Northamptonshire, typically £335–£1,195 per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra), plus VAT (£395–£1,445 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £825 plus VAT, using our East Midlands guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Northamptonshire?
For local roads, North Northamptonshire Council and West Northamptonshire Council; National Highways covers motorways and trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the highway authority's written agreement.
What IP rating do outdoor bollard lights need?
Usually at least IP65 for rain and splashing, and higher where water may collect or fittings are hosed down. Ask for the rating of the complete fitting, not just the LED module.
Are solar bollard lights worth it?
For marking edges and low-use paths, they can be, because there is no cabling to install. They give less light than mains bollards and perform poorly in shaded spots and short winter days. For lighting a route properly, mains bollards are more dependable.