Secure garden fencing

 When it comes to protecting your home, the right fencing can make a significant difference.

In this blog, we answer some of the most common questions about secure garden fencing. 

There are many factors which contribute to creating the best fencing for home security, including strength, height, visibility, and deterrence. Here are the top options: 

1. Steel security fencing

Best for: High-security residential areas 

Why: Very strong, hard to cut or climb, often has spiked or pointed tops. Has high visibility between pales. Often made of vertical pales which can’t be climbed. 

Examples: Ornamental railings, Barbican Imperial

2. Timber fencing with secure design

Best for: Blending security with aesthetics and adding privacy 

Why: A solid, vertical design reduces climbing aids, while heavy duty panels prevent breakthroughs 

Features to add: Secure panel to post fixings, anti-climb toppings, and rails installed on the inside 

3. Acoustic Fencing 

Best for: Noise reduction with additional security benefits 

Why: Solid, no hand or footholds, often used for both residential and commercial perimeter security. Increases privacy. 

We suggest: Jakoustic Reflective or 12K Envirofence

4. Combination Fencing

Best for: Versatile security, aesthetic appeal, and privacy 

Why: Combines materials like steel and timber for a layered approach - strong, durable, and more discreet than industrial options 

Combinations – Vertical Tongue and Groove Effect with Metal Railing Topper or EuroGuard Combi in high risk areas 

Key Fence Security Features to Look For: 

• Strong fixings between panels and posts 

• Use of timber or steel Mi-T metal fence posts instead of concrete  

• Lockable gates with tamper-proof hinges 

• No horizontal rails on the outside (to prevent climbing), vertical pales, double sided panels to ensure no rails 

• Minimum height of 1.8–2 metres 

• Anti-climb topping (pointed finials, trellis with thorny planting, security combs) 

• Secure fixings and gates (locks, anti-lift hinges) 

• Durability (galvanised steel or pressure-treated timber with long guarantees) 
  
  

What Type of Fencing Is Most Secure? 

Security isn’t just about height, it’s about construction. A secure fence should have: 

• Few or no horizontal rails on the outside 

• Vertical pales 

• Strong fixings 

• Resistance to tampering – hidden or secure fixings 

• Solid foundations in the ground 

• No gaps underneath the panel 
  
  

Which fence panels are the strongest? 

A strong boundary fence is hard to break through. Heavy duty fence panels are a great place to start when looking for strong fence panels. Heavy duty fence panels are strong within their design; typically made with thicker, pressure-treated timber or galvanised steel components, these panels feature solid framing and tightly fixed boards that resist warping, impact, and wind damage. The use of stainless steel fixings and additional bracing enhances structural integrity, while the dense build quality reduces weak points often found in standard fence panels. This makes heavy duty panels particularly suitable for high security or exposed environments where durability and long-term performance are essential. 

Even the strongest fence panel can fail if it isn’t properly installed. A secure installation starts with using sturdy posts set deep into the ground with concrete foundations to ensure stability. Panels must be firmly fixed to the posts using high quality screws or brackets to prevent movement or detachment in strong winds or under pressure. It’s also essential to include a gravel board beneath the panel to lift it off the ground, reducing the risk of rot and prolonging the panel’s lifespan. Proper alignment and spacing are key to maintaining structural integrity across the fence line. 

What Is the Best Way to Keep Trespassers Out? 

Creating a strong boundary is the best deterrent to keep trespassers out. Adding a fence along the whole boundary will remove the option to casually stroll onto your property. Adding driveway and side gates will also secure access ways.  

Gravel can also be used as a deterrent for trespassers and intruders. Gravel makes noise when walked upon, so if someone decides to trespass it makes it easier to detect them.  

Thorny plants along the boundary also deter intruders due to the risk of injury caused by them. Adding climbing plants like roses or pyracantha can also provide an extra layer of deterrence without compromising on aesthetic value. 

How to Secure a Fence from Burglars 

Here are some key tips to increase the security of any fence: 

• Install panels with rails on the inside to remove climbing aids. 

• Fix panels securely using screws, fencing clips, or concealed panel-to-post connectors. 

• Add anti-climb measures, such as security spikes or anti-climb paint (where appropriate and legal). 

• Use secure gates with strong locks, which match the fencing. 

• Keep fence lines clear of overgrown vegetation, which can provide cover for intruders. 
  
  

How to Secure Fence Panels from Being Lifted

Fence panels that aren’t securely fixed in place can be easily lifted out, posing a serious security risk. Concrete slotted posts don’t offer a built-in method to fix panels securely, which means panels can be quietly removed, allowing unauthorised access to your property. In some cases, intruders may even replace the panel afterward, leaving no visible sign of entry making it difficult to detect that a breach has occurred. This lack of security highlights the importance of using a fencing system where panels are permanently fixed to the posts. 

Using wooden posts prevents fence panels from being lifted out because the panels are securely screwed or fixed directly into the posts, creating a permanent and rigid connection. Fences built with timber posts offer a much higher level of security and peace of mind, particularly in areas where unauthorised access is a concern.