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Fencing costs in Eastbourne
Rough prices for the common fence types, and what pushes a quote up or down.
Rough cost calculator
The calculator gives indicative figures for a fence about 1.8m high in the Eastbourne area. They are not quotes. Prices are based on published UK trade guides from October 2026, pitched for the South East. A standard panel width is 1.83m, so 6 panels is about 11m.
Prices at a glance
| Fence | Per panel width | Per metre |
|---|---|---|
| Closeboard | £165 to £255 per panel | £90 to £140 per metre |
| Fence panels | £120 to £185 per panel | £65 to £100 per metre |
| Slatted | £185 to £295 per panel | £100 to £160 per metre |
| Composite | £220 to £365 per panel | £120 to £200 per metre |
| Picket | £100 to £175 per panel | £55 to £95 per metre |
What makes Eastbourne quotes go up
- Exposure: seafront and Downs facing gardens often need concrete posts and heavier fixings
- Chalk or flint: digging post holes in the chalk around Meads and Old Town takes longer
- Wet ground: the low lying areas towards Langney and the Levels may need deeper or concreted posts
- Access: terraces with no side access mean everything comes through the house
- Removal: taking away an old fence adds about £10 to £30 per metre
What brings it down
- Reusing sound concrete posts
- Choosing standard panel sizes
- Booking outside the busy spring and post storm periods
Common questions
How much is a 20 metre fence in Eastbourne?
Roughly £1,300 to £2,000 for panel fencing and £1,800 to £2,800 for closeboard, before removing an old fence or adding a gate.
Do fencers charge VAT?
Larger firms that are VAT registered add 20%. Smaller sole traders often are not registered. Ask whether a quote includes VAT.
Ready for a price?
Tell us about your fence and one vetted Eastbourne fencer will arrange a free visit.