Fencing and gates in Warwick: approvals and local details
Fences and gates up to 2 metres high don't usually need planning permission in Warwick; next to a road used by vehicles the limit is 1 metre. Above those heights, or around a listed building, check with Warwick 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.
- Concrete posts and gravel boards don't rot at ground level.
- Postcode district
- CV34
- Planning and building control
- Warwick District Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 24 miles
Which options suit homes in Warwick?
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.
How much should you budget in Warwick?
Prices in Warwick 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. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Warwick address.
Questions about fencing and gates in Warwick
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.
Do you cover Warwick?
Yes. Warwick (CV34) is about 24 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.
Who approves fencing and gates in Warwick?
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 Warwick District Council.
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We'll walk your boundary in Warwick, talk through post types and confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification.