Estimate the cost of a fence from its length, panel or picket price and post, rail and concrete costs.
Choose your units and enter the total fence length and panel width, then add the price per panel, per post, and the concrete/postcrete cost per post. The tool multiplies out the materials and gives a total budget — useful for comparing quotes or planning a DIY build. It is currency-neutral, so enter prices in whatever currency you use.
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Panels | Biggest single cost; timber cheaper than composite |
| Posts | One more than the panel count |
| Concrete / postcrete | 1–2 bags per post |
| Gravel boards + caps | Optional but extend fence life |
A 15-panel fence at 40 per panel, 16 posts at 12 each, and 20 for concrete = 600 + 192 + 20 = 812 in materials, before labour. Adding gravel boards at 8 each would add another 120.
Tip: get an accurate panel and post count first (use the fence panel calculator), then price each part — supplier “per metre” or “per foot” quotes often hide the extras.
Always one more than the number of panels — each panel sits between two posts, so a 5-panel run needs 6 posts. This calculator works that out automatically.
In the UK, fence panels are typically 1.83 m (6 ft) wide. The calculator uses this as the default, but you can enter any panel width.
Yes — most posts are set in concrete or postcrete. Enter the cost per post (usually one or two bags of postcrete each) so it is included in the total.
No, it estimates materials only. If you are hiring a fitter, get a separate labour quote based on the fence length and ground conditions.
Choosing standard panel sizes, setting posts yourself and avoiding bespoke heights all cut costs. The calculator lets you compare options by adjusting the prices.
