Fencing and gates in Stafford: approvals and local details
Fences and gates up to 2 metres high don't usually need planning permission in Stafford; next to a road used by vehicles the limit is 1 metre. Above those heights, or around a listed building, check with Stafford Borough Council first.
- Adding trellis on top? Treat it as part of the fence height when checking the limits.
- The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 doesn't cover timber fences, only masonry boundary walls.
- Elsewhere in the garden, fences and gates can be up to 2 m high under permitted development.
- Postcode district
- ST16
- Planning and building control
- Stafford Borough Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 20 miles
Which options suit homes in Stafford?
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.
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.
Fencing and gates prices in Stafford
Prices in Stafford match the rest of our area: £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.
| 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. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.
Questions about fencing and gates in Stafford
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.
Which postcodes in Stafford do you work in?
We cover ST16 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Stafford, neighbouring Penkridge and Rugeley are covered too.
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.
Will I need permission from the council in Stafford?
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 Stafford Borough Council.
Close to Stafford
- Fencing and gates in Penkridge
- Fencing and gates in Rugeley
- Fencing and gates in Hednesford
- Fencing and gates in Heath Hayes
Other work we do in Stafford
- Painting and decorating in Stafford
- Patios in Stafford
- Plastering in Stafford
- Pitched roofing in Stafford
- Knock-through walls in Stafford
- Bi-fold and patio doors in Stafford
Email sales@skjhomeimprovements.co.uk with your address in Stafford and the rough length of fence you need.