Fencing and gates in Bilston

Planning your fence or gate in Bilston

Before replacing a boundary fence in Bilston, confirm who owns it — your deeds often show this — and agree the line with your neighbour. Planning permission from City of Wolverhampton Council is only needed above 2 m, or above 1 m beside a road.

Elsewhere in the garden, fences and gates can be up to 2 m high under permitted development.
Concrete posts and gravel boards don't rot at ground level.
Closeboard copes with wind better than lightweight lap panels in exposed Bilston gardens.

Postcode district: WV14
Planning and building control: City of Wolverhampton Council
From our West Bromwich base: 4 miles

Which options suit homes in Bilston?

Slatted and composite fencing

Horizontal slatted timber gives a modern look and lets some air and light through, which suits contemporary gardens. Composite fencing, made from wood fibre and plastic, doesn't need painting or treating and won't rot. Both cost more than standard fences, and composite systems have their own posts and fixings.

Closeboard fencing

Vertical featheredge boards nailed to horizontal rails fixed between posts, built in place along the boundary. Closeboard is stronger than panels, copes better with wind and can follow sloping ground more neatly. Damaged boards can be replaced one at a time. It costs more and takes longer to build, but it lasts longer in most gardens.

Fencing and gates prices in Bilston

Expect to budget between £60 and £230 per linear metre in Bilston. 1.8 m closeboard fence with concrete posts and gravel boards, old fence removed: typically £95–£135 per linear metre.

Guide prices for fencing and gates
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Panel fencing with concrete posts	£60 – £95 per linear metre	1.8 m panels, quick to fit
Closeboard with concrete posts	£90 – £135 per linear metre	Stronger, better in exposed gardens
Slatted or composite fencing	£140 – £230 per linear metre	Contemporary look, less upkeep

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.

Before you book in Bilston

Do I need to tell my neighbour about a new fence?

It's not usually a legal requirement for a fence on your own land, but it's good practice and avoids disputes. If the fence is shared or ownership is unclear, agree the work in writing first. We may need access to their side for a short time, so a quick conversation before we start helps.

Do you cover Bilston?

Yes. Bilston (WV14) is about 4 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.

What should I do before the fence goes up?

Clear plants, pots and sheds back from the boundary by about a metre if you can, and lift anything you want to keep. Talk to your neighbour about access and the work. If you know where drains, cables or pipes run near the boundary, tell us at survey.

Will I need permission from the council in Bilston?

Not for a fence or gate up to 2 m high, or 1 m beside a road used by vehicles. Above those heights, or around a listed building, check with City of Wolverhampton Council.

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Other home improvements in Bilston

Fence down after a storm? Call 0800 088 6248 and we'll come and measure your boundaries in Bilston.