Fencing Cost Calculator

Fencing provides security, privacy, and a design to your property. Here is a fencing cost calculator to help you plan your fencing budget.

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Fencing Prices Across the UK

The total price (labour and material) is typically between £60 and £120 per metre across the UK. Materials by themselves cost on average £50 per metre, although with the addition of installation, the cost comes to about £71 per metre. For some projects, overall prices can vary from £38 up to £1,400 per metre based on material selection and level of complexity.

Various materials influence the unit cost. For instance:

Panels for garden fences usually range from £45 per panel (about 1.8 m wide), so about £25 /m.

Fencing in metal or iron may range from £130 to £1,400 per metre.

Country wire mesh fencing comes in lower, only £7 to £18 per metre for straightforward stock fencing.

These values will help you have a better idea of what to expect when using our cost calculator or when asking fencing installers to quote you.

What Decides Fencing Costs

Several factors influence the overall cost of a fencing project:

Material Type: Panel fences, timber close-board, wrought iron, metal mesh, and stone differ in price. Plain wooden panels are the most affordable; elaborate iron or metal designs are more expensive.

Labour and Installation: In the UK, fencing costs between £40 and £90 per metre, depending on the place and the level of complexity.

Fence Height and Length: Increased heights (e.g. 6 ft) and longer runs involve more materials and labour. Standard installation charges on a 6-ft fence may cost up to about £2,200 for 200 ft (~£7–11/m).

Ground and Access: Irregular ground, dense cover, or constrictive access includes prep and will certainly increase the cost of labour—digging post holes or removing old fixtures.

Extras and Custom Requests: Gates, elaborate designs, gravel boards, painting or staining, and waste disposal can cost hundreds or thousands, based on scale.

Rural vs Urban A rural stock fence may cost as little as £7–18 per metre, but urban ornament or high-security fencing costs much more.

Tips for Getting a Reputable Local Fencing Contractor

Ask several quotes from fencing professionals in your area. Compare not only prices but what is included—material, posts, gravel boards, labour, and cleanup.

Look at what is included. The quote should specify material type, panel style, post type, and coatings or treatments.

Check installer qualifications. Inquire whether they are insured, have prior experience in the same work, and whether they can give a reference.

Verify terms and warranty. Be aware of payment terms, work timeline, and warranty or guarantee on workmanship and materials.

Budget in advance for extra expenses. Account for permit requirements, trash disposal, gates, and finishing touches.

DIY is an option with low-cost fences. For plain stock or mesh fencing, a skilled DIYer may be able to cut costs—but elaborate or high-security designs typically require pro attention.