Speed Bumps

Speed Bumps & Speed Humps UK — Professional Traffic Calming Solutions

Speed bumps are one of the most effective and widely deployed traffic calming measures in the UK, helping to reduce vehicle speeds and improve safety in car parks, industrial estates, residential roads, and private land. Our extensive range covers everything from low-profile car park speed bumps to heavy-duty rubber road humps designed for continuous high-traffic use.

Types of Speed Bumps Available

• Rubber Speed Bumps — The most popular choice for car parks and private roads. Made from recycled rubber or virgin rubber compounds, these modular units bolt directly to the road surface. Highly durable, weather-resistant, and available in standard and heavy-duty profiles.
• Plastic Speed Bumps — Lightweight and cost-effective, plastic speed bumps are ideal for lower-traffic environments. Many feature integrated cat's eye reflectors for enhanced night-time visibility.
• Speed Humps (Road Humps) — Longer, gentler profiles complying with The Highways (Road Humps) Regulations 1999 for use on public roads. Typically 75mm–100mm high with gradual ramp profiles.
• Speed Cushions — Narrower than full-width humps, speed cushions allow wider vehicles (buses, emergency services) to straddle them while effectively slowing cars. Standard in many urban traffic calming schemes.
• Cable Protector Speed Humps — Dual-purpose units that calm traffic while protecting cables and hoses crossing roadways. Essential for events, construction sites, and outdoor venues.
• Rumble Strips — Low-profile surface treatments that create audible and tactile warnings as vehicles cross, alerting drivers to junctions, pedestrian crossings, or speed limit changes.

Key Applications

• Car Parks — Control vehicle speed between parking bays and at entrance/exit points
• Industrial & Warehouse Estates — Protect pedestrians and slow HGV and forklift traffic at site entrances
• Schools & Hospitals — Create safe drop-off and pick-up zones with enforced low speeds
• Residential Roads & Private Estates — Reduce cut-through traffic and improve resident safety
• Retail Parks & Supermarkets — Manage customer vehicle flow and protect pedestrian routes
• Ports & Logistics Hubs — Control HGV movements in high-pedestrian-activity areas

UK Standards & Regulations

Speed bumps installed on public highways in England and Wales must comply with The Highways (Road Humps) Regulations 1999 (SI 1999/1025) and relevant Department for Transport Local Transport Notes (LTN 1/07). Height must be between 25mm and 100mm, with ramp lengths of 900mm to 3.7 metres. Appropriate road markings and advance warning signs (diagram 1062) are required.

On private land, there are no statutory dimensional requirements, though best practice recommends following the above guidance and ensuring adequate signage is in place. Our team can advise on the appropriate specification for your site.

Buying Guide — Choosing the Right Speed Bump

1. Traffic volume & vehicle type: Heavy-duty rubber units for HGV and continuous traffic; standard rubber or plastic for car parks
2. Height profile: 50mm for general car parks; 75–100mm for low-speed residential and industrial roads
3. Width: Ensure the bump spans the full carriageway width to prevent drivers steering around it
4. Surface type: Check anchor bolt compatibility with your surface (tarmac, concrete, block paving)
5. Visibility: Always specify yellow end caps and ensure reflective elements are included for night visibility

Also see our traffic barriers, traffic cones, and parking bollards for a complete traffic calming solution.