Child Safe Gardens in Pollards Hill built for real family life, not just good looks. We create safer outdoor spaces with secure fencing, soft landing zones and clear sightlines so children can play with confidence.
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Families around Pollards Hill want gardens that look smart while reducing everyday risks. We design practical safety upgrades near Pollards Hill Recreation Ground and along South Lodge Avenue, tailored to how your children actually use the space. From secure gates to visible play areas, we focus on prevention without making the garden feel like a fortress. Every detail is planned to keep play flowing and hazards controlled.
Our team works across the SW16 postcode daily, with projects in Pollards Hill, Norbury and Streatham Vale. Many local homes are 1930s semis, post-war housing and maisonettes, often with compact rear gardens and shared boundaries that need thoughtful fencing and access planning. We’re used to uneven levels, narrow side returns and older paving that can become slippery. The result is a safer, cleaner layout that suits your property and routines.
We start with a safety-first survey, then produce a clear plan covering surfaces, planting, boundaries and any water features. Installation is managed end-to-end, keeping the site tidy and child-safe while work is underway. You’ll get straightforward recommendations, durable materials and workmanship backed by our warranty. Local homeowners choose Fine Landscaping because we’re nearby (around 5 minutes away) and we deliver consistent, premium finishes.
Gardens in the London Borough of Merton often include mixed boundary types, older concrete bases and tight access routes beside 1930s semis and maisonettes. We plan deliveries, waste removal and parking with local streets in mind, reducing disruption. Where levels vary, we use graded surfacing and subtle retaining to remove trip points. Our designs also prioritise clear sightlines from kitchens and patios for safer supervision.
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Costs vary with size, access and what needs upgrading. As a guide, small safety refreshes (gate upgrades, minor fencing repairs, safer planting) often start from £1,200–£3,000. Mid-range projects adding soft surfacing, new fencing and clearer play zoning are commonly £4,000–£9,000. Larger redesigns with new layouts, pond safety solutions and premium materials can be £10,000–£20,000+. We provide a detailed itemised quote after a site visit.
A simple safety upgrade can take 1–3 days, depending on repairs and materials. Most child-safety focused makeovers (new fencing, gates, surfacing and planting changes) take around 1–2 weeks. Full redesigns with level changes, drainage, new paving and play-area construction typically run 2–4 weeks. Timescales depend on access, weather, curing times for concrete, and lead times for bespoke gates or fencing panels.
Most child-safety improvements are usually permitted development, such as replacing fences, adding gates, changing planting, or installing safer surfacing. However, rules can apply to fence heights (especially front boundaries), listed buildings, conservation areas, and works near highways or shared access. If you’re adding structures, significant level changes, or altering drainage, additional checks may be needed. We review your plans and advise what’s required before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for installed elements such as fencing, gates, paving, edging and built features, subject to normal use and maintenance. This covers issues arising from installation defects, including movement or failure caused by poor preparation. Manufacturer warranties also apply to many products (for example, certain composite boards or gate hardware). We’ll explain what’s covered for your specific design and provide aftercare guidance.
Popular options include closeboard or slatted fencing with child-safe gaps, self-closing secure gates, rubber mulch or wetpour for soft landing zones, and slip-resistant porcelain or textured paving for paths. For planting, we recommend non-toxic, low-thorn choices and avoid high-risk species. Pond safety can include rigid covers, raised edges or discreet barriers. We’ll help you choose finishes that match your home and how your family uses the garden.
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