Car park lighting in Northamptonshire
Car park lighting is the lighting of parking areas, access roads and footpaths, usually with LED lanterns on columns or wall-mounted floodlights. We cover Northamptonshire, including Northampton, Corby and Kettering.
Car park lighting work in Northamptonshire
We programme car park works in Northamptonshire around opening hours, closing bays in sections rather than the whole car park.
Older columns in Northamptonshire sometimes show corrosion at the base. We check condition before fitting new lanterns.
What's included
- Bollards for footpaths
- Testing and certification
- New columns with foundations, ducts and cabling
- Structural and condition checks on old columns
Guide prices in Northamptonshire
Typical budgets for Northamptonshire, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £785 – £1,470 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| LED floodlight | £195 – £490 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Commercial electrician | £295 – £490 | per day |
Example: 8 new 6 m columns with LED lanterns, about £6,250 – £11,750 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Northamptonshire
External lighting in Northamptonshire is designed to light the task without spilling into neighbouring windows or the night sky, and new installations still need to meet Approved Document L where it applies.
Car park lighting by town in Northamptonshire
- Car park lighting in Northampton
- Car park lighting in Corby
- Car park lighting in Kettering
- Car park lighting in Wellingborough
- Car park lighting in Rushden
- Car park lighting in Daventry
- Car park lighting in Market Harborough
- Car park lighting in Brackley
- Car park lighting in Cosgrove
- Car park lighting in Duston
- Car park lighting in Irthlingborough
- Car park lighting in Middleton Cheney
- Car park lighting in Spratton
- Car park lighting in Tansor
- Car park lighting in Towcester
- Car park lighting in Warkton
- Car park lighting in Wollaston
Car park lighting FAQs for Northamptonshire
Which fire safety law applies in Northamptonshire?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
How are prices set in Northamptonshire?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
What do new lighting columns cost?
As a budget, a 6 m column with an LED lantern, foundation and a moderate cable run is around £800–£1,500 each, excluding VAT. Difficult ground, reinstatement or a new supply can increase this.
Can car park lighting be dimmed overnight?
Yes. LED lanterns can be dimmed or switched to a lower level in the small hours, often with presence override.