Fencing and gates in Coventry

Planning your fence or gate in Coventry

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

Fences next to a road or the footpath beside it are limited to 1 m without planning permission.
Closeboard copes with wind better than lightweight lap panels in exposed Coventry gardens.
Driveway gates should open inwards, not out over the pavement.

Postcode districts: CV1, CV2, CV3, CV4, CV5, CV6
Planning and building control: Coventry City Council
From our West Bromwich base: About 21 miles to the centre

Which option fits your home?

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.

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.

Fencing and gates prices in Coventry

Expect to budget between £60 and £230 per linear metre in Coventry. 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. A free survey turns this guide into a fixed, itemised price.

Fencing and gates in Coventry: common questions

What guarantee comes with a new fence?

The panels, posts and treated timber carry their manufacturers' guarantees, and the terms for your fence are set out in your quote. Treated timber guarantees often depend on how cuts are treated and how the timber is used, so it's worth reading those conditions. Keep your quote and paperwork in case you need them later.

How do I book a survey in Coventry?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your fence or gate and arrange a time to visit.

How much does a new fence cost?

In the West Midlands, panel fencing with concrete posts usually costs around £60–£95 per metre fitted, and closeboard with concrete posts around £90–£135 per metre, including removal of the old fence. A 20 m run of closeboard therefore typically costs about £1,900–£2,700. Side gates usually add £200–£550 each, and driveway gates more.

Will I need permission from the council in Coventry?

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 Coventry City Council.

Fencing and gates across Coventry

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Your free fencing survey in Coventry ends with an itemised quote, with every gate priced on its own line.