Sold Secure & Secured By Design
Why Does Secure Cycle Parking Matter?
Secure cycle parking helps protect bicycles, e-bikes and other valuable forms of micro-mobility, giving users greater confidence to cycle to work, education, transport hubs and local destinations.
Key considerations include:
- Secure locking points for the frame and wheels.
- Robust construction and secure ground fixing.
- Visible, well-lit locations with natural surveillance.
- CCTV and access control where appropriate.
- Independent testing and accreditation for added assurance.
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Sold Secure vs Secured by Design
Although both are associated with security, Sold Secure and Secured by Design are not the same accreditation.
| Sold Secure | Secured by Design | |
|---|---|---|
| What is it? | Independent security product testing and certification | UK Police crime prevention initiative |
| Primary focus | Testing resistance against defined threats and attack methods | Designing out crime and recognised security performance |
| Cycle security | Products can receive Diamond, Gold, Silver or Bronze ratings | Products can achieve Police Preferred Specification |
| How does it help specifiers? | Provides an independently tested security rating | Provides a recognised Police-backed security credential |
| Can they work together? | Yes | Yes |
A cycle parking product can carry both credentials, giving specifiers additional information when assessing security performance.
For example, BSFG's Streetpod Cycle Stand is currently listed as Sold Secure Diamond and Secured by Design accredited, providing a high-security option for public and commercial cycle parking.
Cycle Hubs: The Highest Level of Cycle Parking Security
For projects where security is the priority, secure cycle hubs provide enclosed cycle parking with controlled access and additional security measures.
Features can include secure doors, access control, CCTV, lighting and high-security cycle parking, with options for lockers, repair stations and e-bike charging.
Ideal for railway stations, workplaces, universities, residential developments, town centres and mobility hubs, cycle hubs provide the highest tier of security within a comprehensive cycle parking strategy.
High-Security Cycle Parking in Action
Spinningfields, Manchester
BSFG supplied Streetpods to Spinningfields in central Manchester, providing high-security cycle parking for employees and visitors.
The Streetpod was selected because of its Sold Secure Diamond rating and Secured by Design accreditation, providing a recognised high level of security for cycle parking within the public realm.
The products were also suitable for installation on the existing surface, an important consideration for the culturally sensitive location next to John Rylands Library.
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Secure Cycle Parking and Cycle Security
When specifying secure cycle parking, choosing products with recognised security credentials can help provide greater reassurance for cyclists, project teams and those responsible for the design and management of a development. From individual cycle stands and racks to enclosed cycle storage and secure cycle hubs, there are a range of solutions available to suit different levels of security, capacity and site requirements.
Sold Secure Cycle Parking
Sold Secure is an independent security testing and certification organisation that assesses products against defined threats and attack methods. For pedal cycle security, products can achieve Bronze, Silver, Gold or Diamond ratings, with Diamond representing the highest level of Sold Secure certification. Specifying a Sold Secure cycle stand or cycle storage solution can help project teams identify products that have been independently tested for resistance to theft.
Secured by Design Cycle Parking
Secured by Design (SBD) is the UK Police crime prevention initiative, which promotes the use of effective security measures through the design of buildings, developments and products. Where relevant requirements are met, products can achieve Police Preferred Specification. For cycle parking projects, Secured by Design can form part of a wider approach to designing secure, accessible and well-planned cycle facilities.
Sold Secure and Secured by Design
Although both are associated with cycle security, Sold Secure and Secured by Design are different credentials. Sold Secure focuses on independent product testing and security ratings, while Secured by Design promotes crime prevention through design and recognised security performance. Some cycle parking products can carry both credentials, providing specifiers with additional information when assessing security requirements.
High-Security Cycle Parking Solutions
BSFG supplies a range of high-security cycle parking solutions for public spaces, workplaces, residential developments, education facilities, transport hubs and other commercial environments. Options include cycle stands with recognised security ratings, secure cycle racks, enclosed cycle storage, cycle lockers, shelters and comprehensive cycle hub facilities.
For larger schemes, secure cycle hubs can provide controlled access and additional security measures such as CCTV, lighting and high-security cycle parking. These facilities can also incorporate lockers, repair stations and e-bike charging to create a more comprehensive cycle storage solution.
Specifying Secure Cycle Parking with BSFG
BSFG can help architects, contractors, developers, landscape architects and facilities managers specify secure cycle parking and cycle storage to suit the requirements of a project. Whether you need a Sold Secure cycle stand, Secured by Design cycle parking, secure cycle storage or a complete cycle hub, our range provides solutions for different levels of security, capacity and site conditions.
Explore our cycle parking and cycle storage solutions or contact BSFG to discuss your project and find the right solution for your requirements.
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