Fencing and gates in Rubery

What should you know before starting in Rubery?

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

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

Postcode district: B45
Planning and building control: Bromsgrove District Council
From our West Bromwich base: 8 miles

Options to consider in Rubery

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.

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 Rubery

Expect to budget between £60 and £230 per linear metre in Rubery. 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. A free survey turns this guide into a fixed, itemised price.

Questions about fencing and gates in Rubery

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.

Do you cover Rubery?

Yes. Rubery (B45) is about 8 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.

Does Bromsgrove District Council need to approve my fence or gate?

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 home improvements in Rubery

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