Fencing and gates in Edgbaston

Fencing and gates in Edgbaston: approvals and local details

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

Adding trellis on top? Treat it as part of the fence height when checking the limits.
Your title plan may show who is responsible for each boundary.
Elsewhere in the garden, fences and gates can be up to 2 m high under permitted development.

Postcode district: B15
Planning and building control: Birmingham City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 5 miles

Options to consider in Edgbaston

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.

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.

What does your fence or gate cost in Edgbaston?

For a home in Edgbaston, 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.

Fencing and gates in Edgbaston: common questions

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.

Which postcodes in Edgbaston do you work in?

We cover B15 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Edgbaston, neighbouring Harborne and Moseley are covered too.

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.

Who approves fencing and gates in Edgbaston?

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 Birmingham City Council.

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Other work we do in Edgbaston

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