Fence Calculator

Estimate fence panels and posts from a run length and panel width.

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About Fence Calculator

Fence Calculator estimates fence panel counts, fence posts, gravel boards, and postcrete bags needed for a straight fence run length.

How to use Fence Calculator

  1. Enter total fence run length in metres.
  2. Select fence panel width (standard UK panel = 1.83m / 6ft).
  3. Click Calculate to calculate panel counts and fence post counts.
  4. Review gravel board and postcrete bag estimates.

Examples

Fence Run: 18.3m, Panel Width: 1.83m (6ft) Result: 10 fence panels, 11 fence posts, 11 gravel boards, 22 postcrete bags.

FAQ

How deep should fence post holes be dug?

Fence post holes should be dug to a depth equal to one-third of total post length (e.g. 60cm deep for a 1.8m high post).

How many bags of postcrete are needed per post?

Standard installations use 1 to 2 bags of quick-setting postcrete per fence post hole.