Surrey is one of the most active counties in the UK for residential driveway gate installation, and prices reflect both the premium property market and the level of specification that buyers in this county typically require. The stockbroker belt towns of Weybridge, Cobham, and Esher consistently produce some of the highest-specification gate installations in the country. But across the county as a whole, the full price range from a standard aluminium sliding gate to a bespoke wrought iron estate entrance is as wide as anywhere.
The figures in this guide come from completed installations across Surrey in 2025 and early 2026. They reflect what installers in the county are actually quoting and completing, not manufacturer list prices or estimates based on national averages.
Electric Sliding Gates: £5,000 to £13,000 Installed
Electric sliding gates start at around £5,000 for a standard aluminium single-leaf gate on a flat site. This covers gate supply, ground-track foundation, a quality motor from a branded manufacturer, two remotes, and safety commissioning to BS EN 12453. Bespoke fabricated steel or wrought iron systems with video intercom, keypad, and smartphone control push toward £11,000 to £13,000.
Cantilever systems for sloped driveways add £800 to £2,500 over standard tracked installations. Surrey has a significant number of properties on sloped plots, particularly in the North Downs and Surrey Hills areas, making cantilever systems more commonly specified here than in flatter counties.
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Electric Swing Gates: £4,000 to £12,000 Installed
Electric swing gates start at around £4,000 for a standard installation on a flat driveway. Underground motors, which are strongly preferred in the premium Surrey market for the clean appearance they give, add £400 to £800 over equivalent ram-arm systems. Premium installations with wrought iron, full access management, and pier work reach £12,000 and above.
Wooden Driveway Gates: £3,000 to £9,000 Installed
Hardwood gates suit the character of many Surrey properties, particularly in the Surrey Hills AONB, the Green Belt villages, and the historic towns of Guildford, Godalming, and Farnham. Iroko and oak are the standard specifications. Accoya, with its 50-year manufacturer guarantee, is the preferred specification on exposed rural properties and in conservation areas where low maintenance is a priority alongside authenticity.
Metal Driveway Gates: £3,200 to £10,000 Installed
Fabricated mild steel with hot-dip galvanising and powder coating starts from £3,200 including automation. Hot-dip galvanising before powder coat is the non-negotiable specification for any outdoor steel installation in Surrey. Wrought iron gates, hand-forged for premium properties, start from around £7,000 and are widely specified in the Weybridge, Cobham, and Esher market.
Getting an Accurate Quote for Your Surrey Property
A site survey is the only route to a reliable price. Gate installation costs are site-specific in ways that cannot be assessed remotely. Compare a minimum of three quotes from specialist installers, with each quote broken down by gate, groundwork, motor, and access control separately.
