Lancashire · England
Ram-raid protection bollards in Accrington
Ram-raid bollards for sites across Accrington and the rest of Lancashire, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageAbout ram-raid bollards in Accrington
From high street shopfronts, schools and small industrial units, Accrington has plenty of places where ram-raid bollards earn their keep. Bollards fitted in front of shopfronts, ATMs, jewellers and convenience stores to stop vehicles being used to break in.
Coverage in Accrington takes in the BB5 and BB6 postcode districts and nearby places like Oswaldtwistle, Clayton-le-Moors, Church and Huncoat. Nearby, we also work in Rawtenstall (4.8 miles), Blackburn (5.1 miles), Darwen (5.8 miles) and Burnley (6 miles), measured as the crow flies. Accrington is about 14 miles from Preston.
Accrington at a glance
- Area
- Lancashire, England
- Highway authority
- Lancashire County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Hyndburn
- Postcodes
- BB5 and BB6
- Guide price
- Typically £385–£1,445 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £925
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Rawtenstall (4.8 mi), Blackburn (5.1 mi), Darwen (5.8 mi), Burnley (6 mi)
Where ram-raid bollards go in around Accrington
Around Accrington, ram-raid bollards usually solve one of these:
- Jewellers, pawnbrokers and phone shops holding high-value stock
- Pharmacies and late-opening premises
- Convenience stores and off-licences with glazed frontages
What ram-raid bollards cost in Accrington
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £385–£835 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £715–£1,145 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,045–£1,445 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; -2% for North West. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What we check first in Accrington
In Accrington, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Lancashire County Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
Many private-land installations in Accrington 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 the council for Hyndburn before posts go in.
Shop forecourts may be thin concrete over old fill, and filling station forecourts carry fuel lines, tank vents and interceptors that must be located precisely before anything is dug. Deep foundations need care near the building's own footings and basement walls.
- Check who owns the ground in front of the shop; if it is public highway, the highway authority's agreement is needed.
- In conservation areas or on listed buildings, ask the local planning authority whether consent is needed.
Installation, step by step
Look at how a vehicle would approach
At the free site survey we look at where a vehicle could reverse from, the kerb line, the forecourt and the frontage construction. Ownership of the pavement in front of the shop is checked at the same time.
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.
Specification choices
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Removable posts | Lockable removable positions allow deliveries, shopfitting or shutter maintenance without leaving the frontage open permanently. |
| Crash-rated bollards | Tested to IWA 14-1, ISO 22343-1 or PAS 68 for high-value premises or where a vehicle could build up speed. |
| PAS 170-1 tested bollards | Tested against low-speed vehicle impacts and suited to ram-raid risks where a tested product is requested. |
What affects the quote
Our North West guide prices are a starting point; the survey in Accrington firms them up. What tends to move them:
- Foundation depth and what is found under the pavement
- Covers and finishes for shopping streets
- Reinstatement of forecourt or natural stone surfaces
Looking after them
If you have been raided despite having bollards, look again at the positions and gaps, because offenders tend to aim at any weak point. Ram-raid bollards are robust but not maintenance-free.
If posts in Accrington are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Ram-raid bollards in Accrington: FAQs
Can you install ram-raid bollards anywhere in Accrington?
We cover all of Accrington (BB5 and BB6) and the rest of Lancashire. We also work in Rawtenstall, Blackburn and Darwen.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Accrington?
In Accrington, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Lancashire County Council, the local highway authority. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
How much do ram-raid bollards cost in Accrington?
In Accrington, typically £385–£1,445 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £925 plus VAT, using our North West 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.