Fencing and gates in Marston Green

What should you know before starting in Marston Green?

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

Fences next to a road or the footpath beside it are limited to 1 m without planning permission.
Your title plan may show who is responsible for each boundary.
Closeboard copes with wind better than lightweight lap panels in exposed Marston Green gardens.

Postcode district: B37
Planning and building control: Solihull Council
From our West Bromwich base: 11 miles

Which options suit homes in Marston Green?

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.

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.

Fencing and gates prices in Marston Green

Expect to budget between £60 and £230 per linear metre in Marston Green. 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 Marston Green address.

Fencing and gates in Marston Green: common questions

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.

How do I book a survey in Marston Green?

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.

What should I do before the fence goes up?

Clear plants, pots and sheds back from the boundary by about a metre if you can, and lift anything you want to keep. Talk to your neighbour about access and the work. If you know where drains, cables or pipes run near the boundary, tell us at survey.

Who approves fencing and gates in Marston Green?

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 Solihull Council.

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We'll walk your boundary in Marston Green, talk through post types and confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification.