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Ram-raid protection bollards in Mid and East Antrim
Ram-raid bollards for sites across Mid and East Antrim: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageRam-raid bollards in Mid and East Antrim
Across Mid and East Antrim, typical sites for ram-raid bollards include small industrial units, town-centre squares and high street shopfronts. Bollards fitted in front of shopfronts, ATMs, jewellers and convenience stores to stop vehicles being used to break in.
Across Northern Ireland, DfI Roads (the Department for Infrastructure) is the roads authority for public roads and footways; councils handle planning.
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Guide prices in Mid and East Antrim
| 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 Northern Ireland. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Local authorities across Mid and East Antrim
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Carrickfergus | the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads) | Mid and East Antrim Borough Council |
| Ballymena | the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads) | Mid and East Antrim Borough Council |
| Larne | the Department for Infrastructure (DfI Roads) | Mid and East Antrim Borough Council |
Rules for ram-raid bollards in Northern Ireland
Bollards on public footways and roads need DfI Roads consent under the Roads (NI) Order 1993; councils deal with planning. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Crash ratings (ISO 22343-1, or the superseded but still accepted PAS 68 and IWA 14-1) only hold when the product is installed to its tested foundation.
Details and sources: bollard rules in Northern Ireland.
How installation works
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.
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.
Ram-raid bollards in Mid and East Antrim: FAQs
Do you cover all of Mid and East Antrim for ram-raid bollards?
Yes — including Carrickfergus, Ballymena and Larne. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do ram-raid bollards cost in Mid and East Antrim?
In Mid and East Antrim, typically £385–£1,445 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £925 plus VAT, using our Northern Ireland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Mid and East Antrim?
DfI Roads (the Department for Infrastructure) is the roads authority for public roads and footways throughout Northern Ireland; councils handle planning.
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.
Will bollards spoil the look of the shop?
They change the frontage, but stainless or powder-coated finishes in shopfront colours can make them look deliberate rather than defensive. Many shopping streets already have similar posts, so new ones can be matched to what is there.