How Much Does It Cost to Install a New Fence?
£1,000 – £5,000
for a typical garden
Installing a new fence for a typical UK garden costs between £1,000 and £5,000, depending on the length of the fence run, the panel and post type, and the ground conditions. A standard 6ft featherboard fence on concrete posts is the most popular choice; timber gates, trellis tops, and premium panel styles all add to the cost.
Average cost
£1,000 – £5,000
for a typical garden
Prices vary by region, property type and tradesperson. Always get at least two quotes.
What affects the price?
Length of fence run - the primary driver of cost; each panel run of 1.8m adds £80-£200 including post and labour
Panel style - standard lap panels are cheapest; close-board, acoustic, or decorative screen panels cost more
Post type - concrete posts cost more upfront but outlast timber posts by decades; timber posts in concrete are a common middle ground
Gates - a timber or metal gate with posts and hinges adds £200-£600 per gate depending on size and style
Labour vs materials
Fencing contractors typically complete 10-15 panels per day. Labour accounts for roughly 40-50% of the total cost; panels, posts, concrete, and fixings make up the materials element.
Questions to ask your tradesperson
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