West Midlands · England
Pedestrian protection bollards in Shirley
Pedestrian protection bollards for sites across Shirley and the rest of West Midlands, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageShirley pedestrian protection bollards
From high street shopfronts, local parades and small industrial units, Shirley has plenty of places where pedestrian protection bollards earn their keep. Bollards that separate people from vehicles at car parks, forecourts, walkways, drive-thrus and shop entrances.
We cover Shirley's B90 postcode district, including places such as Dickens Heath, Cheswick Green, Tidbury Green and Major's Green. Nearby, we also work in Solihull (1.6 miles), Birmingham (5.9 miles), Smethwick (8.4 miles) and Redditch (9 miles), measured as the crow flies. Shirley is about 6 miles from Birmingham.
Local details
- Area
- West Midlands, England
- Highway authority
- Solihull Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Solihull Council
- Postcodes
- B90
- Guide price
- Typically £245–£1,195 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £595
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Solihull (1.6 mi), Birmingham (5.9 mi), Smethwick (8.4 mi), Redditch (9 mi)
Shirley: typical pedestrian protection bollard prices
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £245–£645 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £535–£925 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £815–£1,195 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What Shirley sites use pedestrian protection bollards for
Typical reasons Shirley sites choose pedestrian protection bollards:
- Walkways through supermarket and retail park car parks
- Drive-thru lanes and order points next to seating
- Petrol station forecourts and kiosk frontages
Before we dig in Shirley
The highway authority for local roads in Shirley is Solihull Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Pedestrian protection bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
Many private-land installations in Shirley need no planning application, but the rules don't clearly cover bollards, so listed buildings, conservation areas and prominent frontages are worth raising with the planning team at Solihull Council before posts go in.
Where bollards protect a shopfront, the building's own foundations and any canopy columns may sit close to the line, which limits how deep and wide each base can go. Raised kerbs also change the picture: a high kerb slows a wheel but does not stop a bumper, so the post still needs to sit within reach of the overhang rather than behind it.
- If a tested product has been requested, confirm PAS 170-1 or another stated standard and install to the tested foundation.
- Use contrasting bands so posts are visible to partially sighted people, and avoid linking chains across routes.
From survey to handover
Set out the line
Posts are set out allowing for bumper overhang and keeping clear routes for pedestrians, trolleys and wheelchairs.
Reinstate
Paving, tarmac or concrete is made good flush around each post, with tactile paving reinstated where it was disturbed.
Agree a plan for live trading
Work is phased so entrances and walkways stay open, with each section fenced while it is dug and set. Busy sites often prefer early starts or quieter weekdays.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| PAS 170-1 tested bollards | Tested against low-speed vehicle impacts, for sites where proven performance has been asked for. |
| Visibility bands | Reflective and contrasting bands help drivers and partially sighted pedestrians see posts. |
| Lit bollards | Low-level lighting bollards double as protection on walkways where the product is robust enough for the job. |
What affects the quote
Two Shirley jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Finishes such as stainless or decorative posts
- Unrated steel or PAS 170-1 tested products
- Reinstatement of tactile paving and walkway surfaces
Keeping them working
Touch up chipped coatings, renew faded bands, and check the surface around each base for cracks that suggest movement. A post that leans or rocks has lost much of its value and should be re-bedded or replaced.
If posts in Shirley are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Pedestrian protection in Shirley: FAQs
Do you install pedestrian protection bollards in Shirley?
We cover all of Shirley (B90) and the rest of West Midlands. We also work in Solihull, Birmingham and Smethwick.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Shirley?
The highway authority for local roads in Shirley is Solihull Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Pedestrian protection bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
How much do pedestrian protection bollards cost in Shirley?
In Shirley, typically £245–£1,195 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £595 plus VAT, using our West Midlands guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Our outdoor seating faces the car park: what should we do?
Put a line of posts between the seating and the nearest parking or driving lane, with gaps narrow enough to stop a car. Positions should allow for cars that overshoot a bay. It is worth recording the decision in your risk assessment.
Do pedestrian protection bollards need to be crash-rated?
Not usually. They deal with low-speed driver errors, so firmly founded steel posts often suffice. Where an owner, insurer or designer wants proven performance, PAS 170-1 tested products are the usual choice.
Pedestrian protection near Shirley
- Solihull (1.6 mi)
- Birmingham (5.9 mi)
- Smethwick (8.4 mi)
- Redditch (9 mi)
- Halesowen (10 mi)
- West Bromwich (10.5 mi)