Fencing and gates in Worcester

Fencing and gates in Worcester: approvals and local details

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

Your title plan may show who is responsible for each boundary.
Concrete posts and gravel boards don't rot at ground level.
Adding trellis on top? Treat it as part of the fence height when checking the limits.

Postcode districts: WR1, WR2, WR3, WR4, WR5
Planning and building control: Worcester City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 24 miles

Options to consider in Worcester

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.

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.

How much should you budget in Worcester?

For a home in Worcester, 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 Worcester: common questions

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 Worcester do you work in?

We cover WR1, WR2, WR3, WR4, WR5 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Worcester, neighbouring Droitwich Spa and Malvern are covered too.

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.

Does Worcester City 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 Worcester City Council.

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