Fencing and gates in Gornal

Planning your fence or gate in Gornal

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

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

Postcode district: DY3
Planning and building control: Dudley Council
From our West Bromwich base: 6 miles

Which options suit homes in Gornal?

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.

Panel fencing

Pre-made timber panels, usually 1.83 m wide, slotted between posts. Lap, overlap and slatted panels are quick to fit and the most affordable option. They suit sheltered gardens best. In exposed spots, lightweight panels can rattle or blow out, so heavier panels or closeboard are a better choice there.

Guide prices for Gornal

Expect to budget between £60 and £230 per linear metre in Gornal. 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. Access, parking and the state of what's there now can move the price — the survey settles it.

Questions about fencing and gates in Gornal

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.

Do you cover Gornal?

Yes. Gornal (DY3) is about 6 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.

How long does it take to replace a fence?

Most garden fences take one to three days, depending on length, post type and how hard the old posts are to remove. Closeboard takes longer than panels because it's built in place. Post concrete needs time to firm up before panels are fully loaded, which we allow for in the programme.

Who approves fencing and gates in Gornal?

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 Dudley Council.

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Email sales@skjhomeimprovements.co.uk with your address in Gornal and the rough length of fence you need.