Fencing and gates in Hagley

Fencing and gates in Hagley: approvals and local details

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

Closeboard copes with wind better than lightweight lap panels in exposed Hagley gardens.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 doesn't cover timber fences, only masonry boundary walls.
Fences next to a road or the footpath beside it are limited to 1 m without planning permission.

Postcode district: DY9
Planning and building control: Bromsgrove District Council
From our West Bromwich base: 8 miles

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.

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.

What does your fence or gate cost in Hagley?

Expect to budget between £60 and £230 per linear metre in Hagley. 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. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Hagley address.

Questions about fencing and gates in Hagley

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.

How do I book a survey in Hagley?

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.

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.

Who approves fencing and gates in Hagley?

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 Bromsgrove District Council.

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Other work we do in Hagley

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