Bollards are used to control the flow of traffic. They block, guide, protect, and enhance public spaces.

Types of bollard

There are two types of bollards used in Kirklees:

  1. Decorative bollards are used to restrict or prevent vehicle access to certain areas to protect people and property, or to mark the edge of the highway.
  2. Traffic bollards are used to control the flow of traffic on the roads. They help keep motorists, pedestrians and cyclists safe by directing traffic, highlighting hazards or separating vehicles from pedestrians and cyclists.

Decorative bollard types

Please note

Decorative bollards may vary from the images and descriptions provided.

Black reflective bollard

A black bollard fitted with a white reflective panel to improve visibility and guide pedestrians and vehicles in low-light conditions.

Black bollard with a white reflective stripe around the top

Concrete bollard

A white concrete post designed to define boundaries, protect infrastructure, and prevent unauthorised vehicle access.

White concrete bollard

Metal bollard

A strong metal bollard offering long-lasting protection and clearly marking restricted or pedestrian-only areas.

Black metal bollard with a red stripe around the top

Moorland marker post

A post used on open moorland and rural paths to help users follow designated routes and navigate safely across exposed terrain.

Black and white moorland marker post bollard

White reflective bollard

A highly visible white bollard with a red reflective band, enhancing safety and route guidance in poor lighting or adverse weather.

White bollard with a red reflective stripe around the top

Urgent faults

Report an urgent fault with a bollard

Please contact us by phone if there is an urgent fault with a bollard.

Non-urgent faults

If you have discovered a damaged, leaning, dirty or missing bollard, you can report it using our online form.

Report non-urgent faults with bollards

Fill in our simple online form.

Clock Completing this form takes around 10 minutes

Paperclip To complete this form you will need the street name or postcode near the location of the bollard.

Report a problem with a bollard

After you've applied

Our Highways department will review your enquiry and may contact you for more information.

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