Fencing Cost Sydney
What Sydney homeowners typically pay for fencing per metre, including Colorbond, timber, aluminium, pool fencing, and gates.
Fencing Cost by Type
| Fence Type | Cost/Metre | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Colorbond (standard 1.8m) | $75 - $120/m | Most popular, low maintenance, 20+ yr lifespan, many colours |
| Colorbond (premium/slat) | $120 - $200/m | Modern slat look, better aesthetics, still low maintenance |
| Treated Pine Paling | $90 - $140/m | Traditional look, budget-friendly, needs staining every 2-3 yrs |
| Hardwood Timber | $150 - $280/m | Premium look, durable, excellent for front fences |
| Aluminium Slat | $120 - $250/m | Modern design, no rust, no painting, wide colour range |
| Pool Fencing (glass) | $250 - $600/m | Frameless or semi-frameless, must meet AS 1926 standards |
| Pool Fencing (aluminium) | $120 - $200/m | Budget pool fencing, still meets AS 1926, powder coated |
| Brick/Rendered Wall | $300 - $600/m | Permanent, sound insulating, suits heritage areas |
Gate Costs
Additional Costs
Factors Affecting Fencing Costs
Fence material and height are the primary cost drivers. A 1.8m Colorbond fence costs roughly half of a hardwood timber fence.
Ground conditions matter — rocky or clay soil makes post holes harder to dig, increasing labour costs.
Sloping sites need stepped or raked panels, adding 15-30% to the total cost.
Fence length determines whether you get economies of scale — longer runs are cheaper per metre.
Pool fencing must comply with AS 1926 and requires council-certified inspection, adding to costs.
Boundary fences in NSW are typically shared costs with neighbours under the Dividing Fences Act 1991.
How to Save Money
Share costs with your neighbour for boundary fences under the NSW Dividing Fences Act.
Choose Colorbond for low maintenance and long lifespan — it pays for itself over 20+ years.
Use timber for front feature fencing and Colorbond for side and rear boundaries.
Get fence quotes at the same time as other landscaping to negotiate a package deal.
Avoid custom heights where standard panel sizes (1.5m, 1.8m, 2.1m) are more cost-effective.
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Disclaimer: All costs are indicative only and based on typical Sydney market rates as of 2024. Actual prices vary based on fence type, ground conditions, fence length, and site access. Always obtain multiple written quotes for your specific project.
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