Garden fencing in South East London costs £260 per panel for closeboard (feather edge) or £230 to £280 per panel for standard lap panel fencing, fully installed with concrete posts, gravel boards, and labour. For a typical SE London garden needing 8 to 12 panels, that puts the total somewhere between £2,080 and £3,360 depending on the fence type, ground conditions, and access.
Below is a full breakdown of what fencing actually costs across Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley, Eltham, and the wider SE postcode area, based on our real 2026 pricing.
2026 Garden Fencing Prices in South East London
These are the prices we quote in 2026. Every figure includes materials, labour, post installation and concrete setting. What is not included by default is waste disposal for old fence removal (quoted separately, typically £30 to £220 depending on volume).
| Fence Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Closeboard / feather edge fencing | £260 per panel |
| Panel fencing | £230 to £280 per panel |
| Fence post replacement | £250 per post |
| Storm damage / panel repair | £150 to £300 per section |
| Custom fencing solutions | Tailored quote after free survey |
Waste disposal for old fence removal: £30 to £220 extra (quoted separately based on volume).
All prices above are based on a free on-site survey. Every garden is different and boundary conditions, access, and ground type all affect the final figure. For a full overview of all our service prices, see our service page.
How to Estimate Your Total Fencing Cost
Think of your fence in bays. One bay is one panel, held between two posts. Count how many panels you need along your boundary and multiply by the relevant panel price.
Quick estimates:
- 8-panel closeboard run: roughly £2,080 to £2,240 (plus disposal if needed)
- 12-panel panel fencing run: roughly £2,760 to £3,360 (plus disposal if needed)
- Single post replacement on an otherwise sound fence: £250
These are planning estimates. Your exact quote follows a free on-site survey where we measure the boundary, check ground conditions, and confirm post positions.
What Type of Fencing Are You Looking For?
Closeboard Fencing (Feather Edge)
Closeboard fencing is the most popular choice for privacy and longevity in South East London gardens. Individual vertical boards are overlapped and nailed to horizontal rails, which creates a very solid, wind-resistant structure. It handles the exposed terraced garden conditions in this part of London particularly well.
Price: £260 per panel installed, including posts and concrete setting.
Best for: privacy, security, long boundary runs, exposed positions.
Panel Fencing
Panel fencing uses pre-made timber panels slotted or fixed between posts. It is quicker to install than closeboard and gives a neat, uniform finish. The trade-off is that individual panels are harder to repair than closeboard if one section gets damaged, and they can flex in strong winds if not fixed correctly. For a full overview of the fencing styles we install, see our garden fencing service page.
Price: £230 to £280 per panel installed.
Best for: tidy enclosed gardens, back-garden privacy, mid-budget projects.
Fence Post Replacement
Sometimes the panels are fine but the posts have rotted at the base. This is very common in older SE London terrace gardens where posts have been in the ground for 15 to 20 years. Replacing individual posts without replacing the whole fence is possible and significantly cheaper than a full replacement.
Price: £250 per post, including removal, supply, and concrete reset.
Best for: extending the life of an otherwise solid fence.
Storm Damage and Panel Repairs
If panels have blown down or been damaged in a storm, we can repair or replace individual sections without replacing the full fence run. We match the existing style where possible. If a storm has just taken out your fence and you are not sure what to do first, read our full guide on what to do when your garden fence blows down in South East London, including who is responsible and how to deal with your insurer.
Price: £150 to £300 per section depending on the extent of the damage.
Best for: isolated storm damage, one or two blown panels, partial repairs.
What Makes Fencing Cost More in South East London?
Fencing costs in SE London run higher than national averages and higher than the prices you might see quoted on comparison sites. Here is why, explained honestly.
London Labour Premium
Labour costs in South East London sit 20 to 25 per cent above the UK national average. This is not a London surcharge we add to pad the quote. It reflects the real cost of running a professional, insured fencing team in this area: higher vehicle costs, congestion, insurance rates, and a skilled team that actually shows up, finishes the job, and does not disappear after taking a deposit.
If a quote looks significantly cheaper than the figures in this guide, the question to ask is what has been removed to get there. It is usually insurance, quality of materials, or the concrete depth on the posts.
Terraced Garden Access
Most SE London properties are terraced houses where the only route to the back garden is through the house or a narrow side passage. Panels are 1.83 metres wide. Passages in SE London terrace streets average 60 to 80 centimetres. Every panel has to be angled, tilted, and carefully carried through without damaging the property. On a 15-panel run, this adds a meaningful amount of time compared to an open-access suburban garden. That time is real labour and it has a real cost.
London Clay Soil
London clay is dense, heavy, and behaves differently depending on the season. In summer it shrinks and hardens into something close to concrete. In winter it expands as it absorbs moisture. Posts set in clay without sufficient depth and concrete volume will move with the soil over time. The standard post depth used in other parts of the country is often not enough here.
We dig deeper and use more concrete on SE London jobs specifically because we know what the clay does to an underset post after two winters. A fence that leans two years after installation is not a cheap fence. It is an expensive fence that failed early.
Removing Old Fencing and Concrete Footings
If there is an old fence to take down, particularly one where posts were set in concrete, breaking out those footings is slow, heavy work. It cannot be rushed without damaging the surrounding ground. This is why we quote old fence removal and disposal separately as a clear line item, not folded into a vague overall price. You should be able to see exactly what you are paying for.
What Is Included in Urban Gardeners Fencing Quotes?
Every fencing quote from Urban Gardeners covers the following:
- Site measurement and layout planning
- Supply of all fencing materials (panels, posts, concrete)
- Full installation including concrete setting
- Post positioning to boundary line
- Level and aligned finish, inspected before we leave
Not included by default: old fence removal and disposal. This is quoted separately at £30 to £220 depending on the volume of material.
We do not do hidden extras. Your written quote is what you pay.
Fencing Installation
Do You Need Planning Permission for a Fence in South East London?
In most cases, no. Under UK permitted development rules, you can install a fence up to 2 metres high (about 6 foot 6 inches) at the rear of a residential property without planning permission.
Exceptions that may require permission:
- Fences within a Conservation Area (there are several across SE London, including parts of Blackheath SE3 and Greenwich SE10)
- Fences over 1 metre high next to a highway or public footpath
- Listed buildings and their grounds
We check permitted development rules during your free survey and flag anything that needs attention before work starts.
Who Is Responsible for a Fence Between Neighbours?
This question causes more friction in SE London terrace streets than almost anything else, so it is worth getting right before any work is booked.
The commonly repeated rule that "the left-side fence is yours" has no legal standing in the UK. It is an informal convention that does not apply to all properties.
Boundary ownership is determined by your property deeds, available from HM Land Registry. A T-mark on a boundary line means the property on the inside of the T is responsible for that fence. If both properties have a T-mark on the same boundary (forming an H), it is a shared boundary and costs should be split unless there is a written agreement otherwise.
Our advice: check your deeds before raising a repair with your neighbour. If in doubt, we can advise on what we typically see across SE London properties during the survey visit.
How to Book a Free Fencing Survey with Urban Gardeners
The process is straightforward:
- Contact us by phone or contact form with your postcode and a brief description of the job
- We reply within 1 business day to arrange a convenient free on-site survey
- Tilyo visits your garden, measures the boundary, checks ground conditions, and discusses the options with you
- Written quote delivered within 3 business days of the survey, covering materials, labour, post installation and concrete setting with no hidden extras
We cover all SE postcodes: Greenwich SE10, Lewisham SE13, Eltham SE9, Woolwich SE18, Blackheath SE3, Charlton SE7, Catford SE6, Deptford SE8, Brockley SE4, Camberwell SE5, Lee SE12, plus Bromley, Bexley, and Dartford. See the full list of areas we cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
With concrete posts and quality panels, a well-installed fence in SE London should last 15 to 20 years for the panels and 25 years or more for the posts. Treating timber panels with a wood preserver every 2 to 3 years extends their life significantly. Closeboard panels tend to outlast lap panels by several years.
In most cases, no. A standard 6ft (1.83m) fence panel is under the 2m permitted development limit for rear and side garden boundaries. If your fence is next to a road or footpath, the limit drops to 1m. If your property is in a conservation area (Bromley has 47, Greenwich has 23), check with your council before starting as permitted development rights may be restricted.
Check your title deeds or Land Registry plan. The "T" marks on the boundary plan indicate who owns the fence. There is no automatic rule in English law that the left-hand or right-hand fence is yours. If there are no "T" marks, the boundary ownership may be shared or undefined, and you should speak to your neighbour before replacing it.
Yes. Fencing can be installed year-round in SE London. Winter installation on clay soil can be slower because the ground is heavier and wetter to dig, but the finished result is the same. We avoid working in active frost (which is rare in SE London) because concrete does not set properly below freezing
Get a Fencing Quote from a Team That Knows SE London
Most fencing quotes are produced without anyone setting foot in the garden. We do not do that. Every quote from Urban Gardeners follows a free on-site visit from Tilyo, our chief landscaping specialist, who has worked on SE London properties for over 12 years. He knows the clay, the terraced access, the boundary quirks, and the difference between a fence that will last and one that will not.
No pressure. No obligation. Just an honest assessment and a written quote with nothing hidden.
Call us on 07760800457 (Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm) or use the contact form on our website.
We reply within 1 business day and carry out surveys across all SE postcodes plus Bromley, Bexley, and Dartford.
Planning a bigger garden project alongside your fencing? Many of our clients combine fencing with decking installation or a full garden landscaping and design project. We can survey and quote everything together in a single visit.
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