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Lighting bollard installation in Tyne and Wear
Lighting bollards for sites across Tyne and Wear: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageLighting bollards in Tyne and Wear
We supply and install lighting bollards across Tyne and Wear, with local pages for 13 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 Tyne and Wear: Gateshead Council, Newcastle City Council, North Tyneside Council, South Tyneside Council and Sunderland City Council.
Choose your town in Tyne and Wear
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Sunderland
- South Shields
- Gateshead
- Washington
- Tynemouth
- Wallsend
- North Shields
- Whitley Bay
- Houghton-le-Spring
- Felling
- Jarrow
- Hebburn
Guide prices in Tyne and Wear
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £335–£675 + VAT · £395–£805 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £575–£915 + VAT · £685–£1,095 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £825–£1,145 + VAT · £985–£1,345 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra); -4% for North East. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Who looks after the roads in Tyne and Wear
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle upon Tyne | Newcastle City Council | the council for Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Sunderland | Sunderland City Council | Sunderland City Council |
| South Shields | South Tyneside Council | South Tyneside Council |
| Gateshead | Gateshead Council | Gateshead Council |
| Washington | Sunderland City Council | Sunderland City Council |
| Tynemouth | North Tyneside Council | North Tyneside Council |
| Wallsend | North Tyneside Council | North Tyneside Council |
| North Shields | North Tyneside Council | North Tyneside Council |
| Whitley Bay | North Tyneside Council | North Tyneside Council |
| Houghton-le-Spring | Sunderland City Council | Sunderland City Council |
| Felling | Gateshead Council | Gateshead Council |
| Jarrow | South Tyneside Council | South Tyneside Council |
| Hebburn | South Tyneside Council | South Tyneside 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.
Set the bases
Anchor cages or foundations are cast at each position with the cable entry in the right place, set level so each bollard stands plumb.
Electrical connection
A qualified electrician installs the circuit protection, makes the connections in weatherproof enclosures and fits controls such as a photocell or timer.
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.
Lighting bollards in Tyne and Wear: FAQs
Do you cover all of Tyne and Wear for lighting bollards?
Yes — including Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, South Shields, Gateshead, Washington, Tynemouth, Wallsend and North Shields. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do lighting bollards cost in Tyne and Wear?
In Tyne and Wear, typically £335–£1,145 per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra), plus VAT (£395–£1,345 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £805 plus VAT, using our North East guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Tyne and Wear?
For local roads, Gateshead Council, Newcastle City Council, North Tyneside Council, South Tyneside Council and Sunderland City 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.
How far apart should lighting bollards be?
That depends on the light output, beam pattern and how evenly the path needs to be lit. Spacing is worked out from the product's light data rather than a fixed distance. Too far apart leaves dark patches between pools of light.