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Fencing Contractors in Colchester
Get free quotes from fencing contractors in Colchester, Stanway, Lexden, Wivenhoe and Highwoods. Garden fencing, repairs and gates.
Colchester lays claim to being Britain's oldest recorded town, but most of its homes are far more recent: Victorian and Edwardian streets near the centre, interwar suburbs in Lexden, and big modern estates in Highwoods, Stanway and around the garrison.
Whatever the age of your home, we can pass your fencing project to contractors who work across Colchester and north Essex.
Growing estates and Essex clay
Colchester has grown quickly, and many estates built in the 1980s and 1990s now have fences in need of replacement. Much of the town is on clay, which moves with the seasons and loosens timber posts.
Homes near the Colne estuary and in Wivenhoe and West Mersea are more exposed to wind, so contractors often recommend concrete posts and heavier panels there.
Popular fencing jobs in Colchester
Estate fence replacement
New fences for 1980s and 1990s homes on Colchester's estates.
Estuary-side fencing
Stronger fencing for exposed gardens near the Colne.
Gates and side access
Replacement side gates and new gates for driveways.
Fencing services in Colchester
What affects fencing prices in Colchester
Fencing contractors in Colchester normally price a job after a visit or a look at photos. These are the local factors that tend to move the price:
- Clay soil: deeper footings may be needed.
- Exposure: estuary homes may need heavier-duty materials.
- Removal: older fences need taking down and disposing of.
For national price ranges by fence type, see our garden fencing cost guide.
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Fence height and planning rules in England
In England, a garden fence or gate up to 2 metres high usually doesn't need planning permission, falling to 1 metre next to a road used by vehicles. Listed buildings, some conservation areas and estates with restricted rights are the main exceptions. More on fence height and boundaries.
Areas we cover around Colchester
Contractors who work in Colchester typically also cover the surrounding parts of Essex, including:
- Stanway
- Lexden
- Wivenhoe
- Highwoods
- West Mersea
- Tiptree
- Marks Tey
- West Bergholt
- Great Horkesley
- Mile End
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Fencing in Colchester: your questions answered
How long should a new fence last in Colchester?
A fence with concrete posts and good-quality panels can last 15–25 years. Timber posts in clay soil may need replacing sooner.
Do new estates in Colchester restrict fence styles?
Some do. Newer developments often have covenants or planning conditions covering front boundaries and fences facing roads. Check your deeds before changing anything visible from the street.
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