Fencing and gates in Stourport-on-Severn

Fencing and gates in Stourport-on-Severn: approvals and local details

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

Your title plan may show who is responsible for each boundary.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 doesn't cover timber fences, only masonry boundary walls.
Driveway gates should open inwards, not out over the pavement.

Postcode district: DY13
Planning and building control: Wyre Forest District Council
From our West Bromwich base: 16 miles

Which options suit homes in Stourport-on-Severn?

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.

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.

Guide prices for Stourport-on-Severn

Guide prices start at £60 and run to £230 per linear metre. 1.8 m closeboard fence with concrete posts and gravel boards, old fence removed: around £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. Access, parking and the state of what's there now can move the price — the survey settles it.

Questions about fencing and gates in Stourport-on-Severn

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.

Which postcodes in Stourport-on-Severn do you work in?

We cover DY13 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Stourport-on-Severn, neighbouring Kidderminster and Bewdley are covered too.

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 Stourport-on-Severn?

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 Wyre Forest District Council.

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