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Shallow-mount security bollard installation in Northamptonshire
Shallow-mount bollards for sites across Northamptonshire: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageShallow-mount bollards in Northamptonshire
Rated shallow-foundation bollard systems installed where buried services, basements or slabs rule out deep excavation. We cover Northamptonshire — Northampton, Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Rushden and more.
Highway authorities for local roads in Northamptonshire: North Northamptonshire Council and West Northamptonshire Council.
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Guide prices in Northamptonshire
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £1,945–£4,845 + VAT | Rated for a 7.5 t vehicle at 30 mph (48 km/h), tested foundation |
| Upgraded | £3,995–£6,895 + VAT | Rated for 7.5 t at 40 mph (64 km/h), tested foundation |
| Premium | £6,095–£8,795 + VAT | Rated for 7.5 t at 50 mph (80 km/h), or a specialist foundation |
Per bollard position, supplied and installed; -2% for East Midlands. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Highway and planning authorities in Northamptonshire
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Northampton | West Northamptonshire Council | West Northamptonshire Council |
| Corby | North Northamptonshire Council | North Northamptonshire Council |
| Kettering | North Northamptonshire Council | North Northamptonshire Council |
| Wellingborough | North Northamptonshire Council | North Northamptonshire Council |
| Rushden | North Northamptonshire Council | North Northamptonshire Council |
| Daventry | West Northamptonshire Council | West Northamptonshire 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 Crash ratings (ISO 22343-1, or the superseded but still accepted PAS 68 and IWA 14-1) only hold when the product is installed to its tested foundation.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
Confirm the system with the manufacturer
The survey findings go back to the manufacturer and the client's adviser to confirm the system, its layout and any end details. A fixed written quote follows the free site survey.
Cut and excavate the trench
Paving is lifted and kept for reuse where possible, and a shallow trench is excavated by hand near known services. Where a service sits higher than expected, work stops and the detail is referred back.
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.
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 Northamptonshire: FAQs
Do you cover all of Northamptonshire for shallow-mount bollards?
Yes — including Northampton, Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough, Rushden and Daventry. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do shallow-mount bollards cost in Northamptonshire?
In Northamptonshire, typically £1,945–£8,795 per bollard position, supplied and installed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £4,895 plus VAT, using our East Midlands guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Northamptonshire?
For local roads, North Northamptonshire Council and West Northamptonshire 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 I install a single shallow-mount bollard on its own?
Usually not. Most shallow systems rely on several posts working together, and the rating applies to a tested run with a stated minimum number of posts. A single position generally needs a different solution.