Updated October 2026
Kirrawee runs two speeds. The older streets carry fences from the 60s and 70s that are quietly reaching the end of their working life, while the South Village end of the suburb has brought apartments, townhouses and a wave of newer builds that need fresh boundary fencing, courtyard dividers and strata-managed common fencing. The fencing contractors we work with see both: a rotted paling run behind an original brick home one day, a package of courtyard fences for a townhouse development the next.
Common fence jobs in Kirrawee
- Replacing original timber paling fences on the older streets
- Courtyard and dividing fences for townhouses and new builds
- Colorbond upgrades where owners want low maintenance
- Pool fencing installs and compliance fixes
What fencing costs in Kirrawee
As guide pricing only, Colorbond and timber paling typically run from around $80 to $190 per metre installed, with Sydney jobs often toward the top of that range. Small courtyard jobs carry a minimum-job premium, while longer boundary runs get a better per-metre rate. Our fencing cost guide has the full picture, and a site quote settles the number.
Where the fence divides two homes, NSW law generally expects both owners to contribute to a sufficient dividing fence, so a half-share with your neighbour is the usual starting point. In strata schemes the owners corporation often carries the cost instead. General information only, not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
Who arranges fencing in a Kirrawee townhouse complex?
Fences on common property are normally the owners corporation's responsibility. A fence inside your own lot is usually yours. Check your strata plan before getting quotes.
Is it worth switching from timber to Colorbond when replacing?
If the old timber fence rotted out, Colorbond removes that failure mode and never needs painting. Timber still wins on upfront cost and looks right on the older streets. Both are common choices in Kirrawee.
Do small courtyard fence jobs cost more per metre?
Yes. Set-up, travel and disposal are similar whether the job is 6 metres or 30, so short runs carry a higher per-metre rate. Combining jobs with a neighbour can help.