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Ram-raid protection bollards in Lewisham
Ram-raid bollards supplied and fitted in Lewisham, London: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageRam-raid bollards in Lewisham
Ram-raid bollards suit plenty of Lewisham sites, shopping parades, hospital approaches and office entrances among them. Bollards fitted in front of shopfronts, ATMs, jewellers and convenience stores to stop vehicles being used to break in.
Coverage in Lewisham takes in the SE13, SE6, SE4, SE12, SE23 and SE14 postcode districts and nearby places like Catford. Nearby, we also work in Southwark (2.6 miles), Greenwich (2.8 miles), Tower Hamlets (4.4 miles) and Lambeth (4.7 miles), measured as the crow flies.
Local details
- Area
- London, England
- Highway authority
- Lewisham Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Lewisham Council
- Postcodes
- SE13, SE6, SE4, SE12, SE23, SE14, SE8 and SE26
- Guide price
- Typically £455–£1,695 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £1,095
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Southwark (2.6 mi), Greenwich (2.8 mi), Tower Hamlets (4.4 mi), Lambeth (4.7 mi)
Ram-raid bollard prices in Lewisham
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £455–£985 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £835–£1,345 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £1,195–£1,695 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; +15% for London. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What Lewisham sites use ram-raid bollards for
Common uses in a place like Lewisham:
- Jewellers, pawnbrokers and phone shops holding high-value stock
- Through-the-wall and freestanding ATMs
- Premises that have already been targeted once
Before we dig in Lewisham
In Lewisham, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Lewisham Council, the local highway authority. Red routes are managed by Transport for London. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
Bollards on private land often don't need planning permission, but it depends on the council's view, the height and the location; in a conservation area, next to a listed building or under an Article 4 direction, ask the local planning authority (Lewisham Council) first — we flag this at survey.
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.
- Leave clear gaps for wheelchairs and buggies, typically at least 1,000 mm, and keep the footway width usable, referring to Inclusive Mobility guidance.
- In conservation areas or on listed buildings, ask the local planning authority whether consent is needed.
What happens on site
Agree the post type and positions
We agree unrated or tested posts with you, your landlord and any insurer or security adviser involved. A fixed written quote sets out the positions, foundations and reinstatement.
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.
Reinstate the pavement
Paving, tarmac or forecourt concrete is made good flush with the base of each post, leaving no trip edges.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reflective and contrasting bands | Bands near the top help pedestrians, including partially sighted people, see the posts on a busy pavement. |
| PAS 170-1 tested bollards | Tested against low-speed vehicle impacts and suited to ram-raid risks where a tested product is requested. |
| 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. |
What affects the quote
When we price ram-raid bollards in Lewisham, these make the biggest difference:
- Removable positions and their locks
- Number of posts across the frontage or ATM
- Covers and finishes for shopping streets
Looking after them
Ram-raid bollards are robust but not maintenance-free. Keep visibility bands clean, repaint chips before rust sets in on steel, and keep locks on removable posts lubricated so staff can actually use them.
For damaged or loose posts in Lewisham, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Common questions
Can you install ram-raid bollards anywhere in Lewisham?
We cover all of Lewisham (SE13, SE6, SE4, SE12, SE23 and SE14) and the rest of London. We also work in Southwark, Greenwich and Tower Hamlets.
Do I need consent for ram-raid bollards on a public footway in Lewisham?
Lewisham Council is the highway authority covering Lewisham's local roads. Red routes are managed by Transport for London. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
What's a typical price for ram-raid bollards in Lewisham?
In Lewisham, typically £455–£1,695 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £1,095 plus VAT, using our London guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
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.
How many bollards does a shopfront need?
Enough to leave no gap a car could pass through across the vulnerable part of the frontage. For a typical small shop that is often three to five posts, but it depends on the frontage width and where a vehicle could approach from. The survey sets the number.
Ram-raid bollards near Lewisham
- Southwark (2.6 mi)
- Greenwich (2.8 mi)
- Tower Hamlets (4.4 mi)
- Lambeth (4.7 mi)
- City of London (5.6 mi)
- Newham (5.7 mi)