Hampshire · England
Ram-raid protection bollards in Portsmouth
Planning ram-raid bollards in Portsmouth? We check ownership, consents and buried services first, then quote a fixed price.
Computer-generated imageAbout ram-raid bollards in Portsmouth
Bollards fitted in front of shopfronts, ATMs, jewellers and convenience stores to stop vehicles being used to break in. In Portsmouth, that tends to mean sites such as city-centre plazas, retail parks and university campuses.
We cover every part of Portsmouth in the PO1, PO5, PO4, PO2, PO3 and PO6 postcode districts. Nearby, we also work in Gosport (1.7 miles), Fareham (5.3 miles), Havant (6.1 miles) and Waterlooville (6.2 miles), measured as the crow flies. Portsmouth is about 15 miles from Southampton.
Local details
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Highway authority
- Portsmouth City Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Portsmouth City Council
- Postcodes
- PO1, PO5, PO4, PO2, PO3 and PO6
- Guide price
- Typically £415–£1,595 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £995
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Gosport (1.7 mi), Fareham (5.3 mi), Havant (6.1 mi), Waterlooville (6.2 mi)
Ram-raid bollards in Portsmouth: common uses
Typical reasons Portsmouth sites choose ram-raid bollards:
- Premises that have already been targeted once
- Through-the-wall and freestanding ATMs
- Filling station kiosks and forecourt shops
Portsmouth: typical ram-raid bollard prices
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £415–£905 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £765–£1,245 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,095–£1,595 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; +6% for South East. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Before we dig in Portsmouth
The highway authority for local roads in Portsmouth is Portsmouth City Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Ram-raid bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
If your site in Portsmouth is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (Portsmouth City Council) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Deep foundations need care near the building's own footings and basement walls. Shopfronts often sit over cellars, coal holes, vaults and service entries, so what lies under the pavement can be more complicated than it looks.
- If an insurer has asked for protection, confirm what standard or product they expect before ordering.
- Check who owns the ground in front of the shop; if it is public highway, the highway authority's agreement is needed.
How the job runs
Arrange consents
If the posts will stand on public highway, the highway authority's agreement is needed before work starts. Landlord consent is usually needed for leased units.
Excavate and set the posts
Each position is hand-dug near services and taken to depth, then the post is set plumb in a reinforced concrete base. Work is planned around trading hours where possible.
Reinstate the pavement
Paving, tarmac or forecourt concrete is made good flush with the base of each post, leaving no trip edges.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stainless or decorative covers | Covers over steel cores for shopping streets and branded frontages where plain steel would look out of place. |
| PAS 170-1 tested bollards | Tested against low-speed vehicle impacts and suited to ram-raid risks where a tested product is requested. |
| Reflective and contrasting bands | Bands near the top help pedestrians, including partially sighted people, see the posts on a busy pavement. |
What affects the quote
Two Portsmouth jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Number of posts across the frontage or ATM
- Unrated, PAS 170-1 or crash-rated product
- Reinstatement of forecourt or natural stone surfaces
Looking after them
Check them after any knock, because a post that has been hit may have cracked its foundation even if it still looks straight. Ram-raid bollards are robust but not maintenance-free.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Portsmouth.
Questions about ram-raid bollards in Portsmouth
Can you install ram-raid bollards anywhere in Portsmouth?
We cover all of Portsmouth (PO1, PO5, PO4, PO2, PO3 and PO6) and the rest of Hampshire. We also work in Gosport, Fareham and Havant.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Portsmouth?
The highway authority for local roads in Portsmouth is Portsmouth City Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Ram-raid bollards on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
What's a typical price for ram-raid bollards in Portsmouth?
In Portsmouth, typically £415–£1,595 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £995 plus VAT, using our South East guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Will bollards stop an ATM being ripped out?
Correctly placed bollards stop a vehicle getting close enough to attach chains or ram the surround. They work alongside the machine's own anchoring and the bank's security measures. Positions need to cover the wall either side of the ATM as well as the front.
What is PAS 170-1 and do I need it?
PAS 170-1 is a standard for testing vehicle security barriers against low-speed impacts. It suits ram-raid risks where someone has asked for tested performance, such as an insurer or security adviser. If nobody has asked for a tested product, a well-founded unrated post is often adequate.
Ram-raid bollards in nearby towns
- Gosport (1.7 mi)
- Fareham (5.3 mi)
- Havant (6.1 mi)
- Waterlooville (6.2 mi)
- Chichester (13.8 mi)
- Hythe (14.2 mi)