Fencing and gates in Rowley Regis

Before your fence or gate in Rowley Regis

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

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.
Driveway gates should open inwards, not out over the pavement.

Postcode districts: B64, B65
Planning and building control: Sandwell Council
From our West Bromwich base: 3 miles

Choices to weigh up in Rowley Regis

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.

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.

Fencing and gates prices in Rowley Regis

For a home in Rowley Regis, 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. A free survey turns this guide into a fixed, itemised price.

Fencing and gates in Rowley Regis: common questions

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.

Do you cover Rowley Regis?

Yes. Rowley Regis (B64, B65) is about 3 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.

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.

Will I need permission from the council in Rowley Regis?

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 Sandwell Council.

Fencing and gates near Rowley Regis

More services in Rowley Regis

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