Fencing Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of a new fence in Australia. Enter the length, choose the material and height, then add a gate.
| Fence panels / sheets (2.4m) | 13 | |
| Posts | 14 | |
| Post-mix concrete | 14 bags | |
| Supply & install | 30 m | $3,600 |
How we estimate this
Fencing in Australia in 2026 typically costs $100–$180 per metre for Colorbond or timber, more for aluminium slat and glass pool fencing. A typical backyard fence runs $3,000–$6,000.
Pricing reviewed: October 2026.
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Pricing reviewed October 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.
Understanding fencing costs in Australia
Fencing in Australia in 2026 typically costs $100–$180 per metre for Colorbond or timber, more for aluminium slat and glass pool fencing. A typical backyard fence runs $3,000–$6,000.
Gates, removing an old fence, and sloped sites add to the cost. Glass pool fencing is the most expensive per metre but is required around pools.
Frequently asked questions
How much does fencing cost in Australia?
Typically $100–$180 per metre for Colorbond or timber in 2026; aluminium slat and glass cost more. A typical backyard fence is $3,000–$6,000.
Who pays for a boundary fence?
Boundary (dividing) fences are usually shared equally between neighbours under state fencing laws, discuss before you build.
What’s the cheapest fencing material?
Treated pine timber and Colorbond are the most cost-effective; aluminium slat and glass cost considerably more.
Are you a outdoor / landscaping business?
Everyone on this page is working out what fencing costs because they are ready to hire. Put your business right beneath the calculator, in your state, so you are who they find. From $100/mo.