6ft Fence Cost UK 2026

A 6 ft (1.8 m) fence is the UK's standard rear-garden privacy height — permitted development up to 2 m. In 2026, a 15 m run costs £900–£2,500.

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Typical UK price range: £800–£2,800. Typical time: 1–2 days.

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Fence type Feather-edge (per m) Lap panel (per m) Composite (per m) Concrete post + panel (per m) Trellis topper (per m)

Length of fence (metres)

Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

Extras

Remove old fence £100–£400 New gate £250–£800 Stain / paint £80–£300 Upgrade to concrete posts £200–£700

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Key points

• £55–£90/m feather-edge 6ft
• £65–£110/m concrete posts + panels
• Permitted up to 2 m in rear garden
• Most common UK garden fence

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
6ft feather-edge (15 m)	£825	£1,350
6ft concrete + panel (15 m)	£975	£1,650
Gate	£250	£800

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£2,430
South East	£2,250
South West	£1,980
Midlands	£1,800
North England	£1,620
Scotland	£1,710
Wales	£1,620

How to save money

• Choose 1.8 m for privacy, 1.5 m for less imposing look
• Trellis topper adds 30 cm without needing planning
• Stain at install — saves weather damage

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FAQs

Max fence height without planning?

2 m in side/rear garden, 1 m in front. Listed buildings + corner plots may need permission.

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