Fencing and gates in Brownhills

Planning your fence or gate in Brownhills

Fences and gates up to 2 metres high don't usually need planning permission in Brownhills; next to a road used by vehicles the limit is 1 metre. Above those heights, or around a listed building, check with Walsall Council first.

Driveway gates should open inwards, not out over the pavement.
Concrete posts and gravel boards don't rot at ground level.
Fences next to a road or the footpath beside it are limited to 1 m without planning permission.

Postcode district: WS8
Planning and building control: Walsall Council
From our West Bromwich base: 8 miles

Which option fits your home?

Concrete posts and gravel boards

Slotted concrete posts hold panels in place without rotting, and concrete gravel boards along the bottom keep timber clear of wet soil. Concrete posts are heavier to install and more noticeable than timber. Many people put them in when replacing panel fences, because new panels can then be slotted in later without disturbing the posts.

Side gates and driveway gates

Side gates add security to the path at the side of the house, and driveway gates in timber or metal close off the front. Gates need strong posts, hinges and latches, and wide gates need drop bolts or a centre stop. Driveway gates shouldn't open outwards over the pavement, so they're hung to open inwards.

Guide prices for Brownhills

For a home in Brownhills, our guide range is £60–£230 per linear metre. 1.8 m closeboard fence with concrete posts and gravel boards, old fence removed: usually £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.

Your questions answered

Concrete or timber posts: which is better?

Concrete posts don't rot, so they usually outlast timber posts, and new panels can be slotted in later without replacing them. Timber posts look softer and suit closeboard and some gate posts, but they eventually rot at ground level. In exposed gardens, concrete posts with closeboard or heavy panels are the most robust choice.

Which postcodes in Brownhills do you work in?

We cover WS8 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Brownhills, neighbouring Walsall Wood and Pelsall are covered too.

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.

Does Walsall Council need to approve my fence or gate?

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 Walsall Council.

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