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Shallow-mount security bollard installation in East Sussex
Shallow-mount bollards for sites across East Sussex: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageShallow-mount bollards in East Sussex
Across East Sussex, typical sites for shallow-mount bollards include city-centre plazas, stadium approaches and retail parks. Rated shallow-foundation bollard systems installed where buried services, basements or slabs rule out deep excavation.
Highway authorities for local roads in East Sussex: Brighton and Hove City Council and East Sussex County Council.
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Guide prices in East Sussex
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £2,095–£5,245 + VAT | Rated for a 7.5 t vehicle at 30 mph (48 km/h), tested foundation |
| Upgraded | £4,345–£7,445 + VAT | Rated for 7.5 t at 40 mph (64 km/h), tested foundation |
| Premium | £6,545–£9,545 + VAT | Rated for 7.5 t at 50 mph (80 km/h), or a specialist foundation |
Per bollard position, supplied and installed; +6% for South East. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Local authorities across East Sussex
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Brighton | Brighton and Hove City Council | Brighton and Hove City Council |
| Eastbourne | East Sussex County Council | the council for Eastbourne |
| Hastings | East Sussex County Council | the council for Hastings |
| Hove | Brighton and Hove City Council | Brighton and Hove City Council |
| Bexhill-on-Sea | East Sussex County Council | the council for Rother |
| Hailsham | East Sussex County Council | the council for Wealden |
| Seaford | East Sussex County Council | the council for Lewes |
| Rottingdean | Brighton and Hove City Council | Brighton and Hove City Council |
| Crowborough | East Sussex County Council | the council for Wealden |
| Portslade | Brighton and Hove City Council | Brighton and Hove City Council |
Rules for shallow-mount bollards in England
Bollards on adopted highway are a matter for the highway authority under the Highways Act 1980, so they need its written agreement. 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 Crash ratings (ISO 22343-1, or the superseded but still accepted PAS 68 and IWA 14-1) only hold when the product is installed to its tested foundation.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 England.
How installation works
Map what is underground
Utility records, radar scanning and trial holes establish exactly how much depth is available along the line. This is the survey that decides whether a shallow system will fit at all.
Assemble and level the frame
Frame sections are placed, joined and set to line and level, with posts fixed as the drawing shows. Joints and fixings are photographed before any concrete goes in.
Pour, cure and reinstate
Concrete is placed to the specified grade and finish depth, then the surface is rebuilt to match. The line is protected until the specified curing period has passed.
Record and hand over
As-built drawings show the frame position relative to services, which matters for anyone digging nearby later. Product certificates and photographs go to the client's adviser.
Shallow-mount bollards in East Sussex: FAQs
Do you cover all of East Sussex for shallow-mount bollards?
Yes — including Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Hove, Bexhill-on-Sea, Hailsham, Seaford and Rottingdean. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do shallow-mount bollards cost in East Sussex?
In East Sussex, typically £2,095–£9,545 per bollard position, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £5,295 plus VAT, using our South East guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in East Sussex?
For local roads, Brighton and Hove City Council and East Sussex County Council; National Highways covers motorways and trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the highway authority's written agreement.
How much shallower is a shallow-mount bollard foundation?
Often a fraction of the depth of a conventional rated foundation, commonly a few hundred millimetres. The exact depth depends on the system and rating chosen. What you gain in depth is usually traded for width, because the load is spread along a linked frame.
Can shallow-mount bollards go on a car park deck?
Sometimes, if a structural engineer confirms the deck can take the impact loads and the waterproofing can be protected. Decks were not designed with vehicle attacks in mind, so this check comes before anything else. Some manufacturers offer details specifically for structures.