West Yorkshire · England
Ram-raid protection bollards in Yeadon
Ram-raid bollards supplied and fitted in Yeadon, West Yorkshire: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageYeadon ram-raid bollards
We supply and fit ram-raid bollards throughout Yeadon, typically for sites such as town-centre squares, small industrial units and high street shopfronts. Bollards fitted in front of shopfronts, ATMs, jewellers and convenience stores to stop vehicles being used to break in.
We cover Yeadon's LS19 and LS18 postcode districts, including places such as Rawdon, Horsforth and Scotland. We also cover neighbouring Guiseley (1.3 miles), Shipley (3.9 miles), Pudsey (4.9 miles) and Bradford (5.5 miles) — distances are straight-line. It sits roughly 6 miles from Bradford as the crow flies.
Local details
- Area
- West Yorkshire, England
- Highway authority
- Leeds City Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Leeds City Council
- Postcodes
- LS19 and LS18
- Guide price
- Typically £385–£1,445 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £915
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
Where ram-raid bollards go in around Yeadon
Typical reasons Yeadon sites choose ram-raid bollards:
- Jewellers, pawnbrokers and phone shops holding high-value stock
- Pharmacies and late-opening premises
- Filling station kiosks and forecourt shops
What ram-raid bollards cost in Yeadon
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £385–£835 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £705–£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; -3% for Yorkshire and the Humber. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Before we dig in Yeadon
In Yeadon, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Leeds City Council, the local highway authority. 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 (Leeds City Council) first — we flag this at survey.
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.
- Ask your landlord, and check any lease restrictions on alterations to the frontage.
What happens on site
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.
Finishes and options
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Removable posts | Lockable removable positions allow deliveries, shopfitting or shutter maintenance without leaving the frontage open permanently. |
| 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. |
What moves the price in Yeadon
When we price ram-raid bollards in Yeadon, these make the biggest difference:
- Out-of-hours working to avoid closing the shop
- Foundation depth and what is found under the pavement
- Unrated, PAS 170-1 or crash-rated product
After installation
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. Check them after any knock, because a post that has been hit may have cracked its foundation even if it still looks straight.
If posts in Yeadon are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Common questions
Which parts of Yeadon do you cover for ram-raid bollards?
We cover all of Yeadon (LS19 and LS18) and the rest of West Yorkshire. We also work in Guiseley, Shipley and Pudsey.
Do I need consent for ram-raid bollards on a public footway in Yeadon?
In Yeadon, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Leeds City 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 Yeadon?
In Yeadon, typically £385–£1,445 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £915 plus VAT, using our Yorkshire and the Humber guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
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.
Can we still take deliveries through the front?
Yes, if one or more positions are removable. Staff unlock and lift out the post for deliveries, then refit it. The socket is designed to sit flush when the post is out.