Car park lighting in West Glamorgan
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 West Glamorgan, including Swansea, Neath and Briton Ferry.
Car park lighting work in West Glamorgan
We programme car park works in West Glamorgan around opening hours, closing bays in sections rather than the whole car park.
Footpaths from West Glamorgan car parks to building entrances often benefit from low-level bollards rather than more columns.
What's included
- Bollards for footpaths
- LED lantern replacements on existing columns
- Testing and certification
- New columns with foundations, ducts and cabling
Guide prices in West Glamorgan
Typical budgets for West Glamorgan, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £775 – £1,455 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| LED floodlight | £195 – £485 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Commercial electrician | £290 – £485 | per day |
Example: 8 new 6 m columns with LED lanterns, about £6,200 – £11,650 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in West Glamorgan
External lighting in West Glamorgan is designed to light the task without spilling into neighbouring windows or the night sky, and new installations still need to meet the Welsh Approved Document L where it applies.
Car park lighting by town in West Glamorgan
- Car park lighting in Swansea
- Car park lighting in Neath
- Car park lighting in Briton Ferry
- Car park lighting in Gorseinon
- Car park lighting in Clydach
- Car park lighting in Baglan
- Car park lighting in Bishopston
- Car park lighting in Blaenhonddan
- Car park lighting in Bryn
- Car park lighting in Llansamlet
- Car park lighting in Penderry
- Car park lighting in Pontardawe
- Car park lighting in Sketty
- Car park lighting in Tonna
Car park lighting FAQs for West Glamorgan
Which towns in West Glamorgan do you cover?
All of West Glamorgan, including Swansea, Neath and Briton Ferry. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Which fire safety law applies in West Glamorgan?
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.
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.