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Bespoke gates, railings and Juliet balconies across London. Electric driveway gates, metal railings and steel balconies designed, fabricated and installed by NOVA Steels. Free site survey available.

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✓ In-house fabrication
✓ HSE safety compliant
✓ All SW, KT, SM, CR, TW postcodes
✓ 10-year structural warranty

NOVA Steels designs, fabricates and installs bespoke gates, railings and balconies for residential and commercial properties across London. Based in Wimbledon, we work across South West London and the surrounding boroughs, covering everything from electric gates in Richmond to front garden railings in Clapham and Juliet balconies in Chelsea.

Every product we make is fabricated in-house by our own team and installed by the people who built it. There are no subcontractors, no outsourced factories, and no catalogue products fitted to openings they were not designed for. If you want something built around your specific property, that is what we do.

"If you want something built around your specific property — that is what we do."

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We Cover
SW, KT, SM, CR, TW & W postcodes across South West and West London
Most In-Demand Product

Electric Gates London

Electric gates are the most in-demand product we install across London. The reasons vary by property and by area, but the combination of security, convenience, and the visual impact of a well-designed gate on a London frontage drives consistent demand across every borough we work in.

We install electric gates for residential properties of all types, from Victorian terraces in Clapham and Tooting with narrower frontages to large detached houses in Richmond and Kingston with wide driveways and significant kerb appeal considerations. For commercial properties, we install electric gates for offices, yards, car parks, and mixed-use developments where controlled access is the priority.

Types of Electric Gate We Install in London

01 — Most Popular

Swing Gates

Swing gates are the most common choice for London residential driveways. Two leaves opening inward suit the majority of properties across SW and KT postcodes where driveway depth is sufficient. Above-ground arm motors are the standard automation. Underground motors are available for properties where a clean, unobstructed gate post face is the priority.

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Best for
  • → Period properties in SW postcodes
  • → Driveways with sufficient depth
  • → Residential entrances
  • → Both manual and electric
Motor Options

Above-ground arm motors (standard) or underground motors for a clean post-face finish — both available on any swing gate project.

02

Smart Gates

Smart gates with app control, GSM access, video intercom integration, and remote monitoring are increasingly specified on London residential properties. CAME-approved systems allow you to open your gate from your phone, grant access to visitors remotely, and receive notifications when the gate is used. We install these as standard on any electric gate project where they are required.

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Security Gates

Security gates for residential and commercial properties where a higher level of access control is needed. Heavy gauge steel construction, reinforced hinges, and integration with access control systems including coded keypads and ANPR are all available.

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Electric Gate Costs in London — 2026
Standard Residential
£4,500 – £14,000
Complete installation — gate, automation, access control, and professional fitting.
Bespoke Fabricated
From £8,000
Rises depending on width, design complexity, and motor specification. For a full breakdown, see our electric gates cost guide for London 2026.

These are London prices and reflect the local labour rates and the bespoke fabrication that most quality London installations require.

Under HSE guidelines for powered gate installations, all electric gates must include safety photocells, safety edges, and a force compliance test at handover. We include all safety documentation as standard on every installation.

Manual & Electric

Driveway Gates London

Driveway gates cover both manual and electric options and represent the single most searched product in our category across London. Most London homeowners asking about driveway gates want something that looks right on their specific property, is built to last in an urban environment, and is backed by a reliable local installer.

Steel or Aluminium?

We fabricate driveway gates in steel and aluminium. Steel is the right choice for period properties across London, where the material sits naturally with Victorian and Edwardian architecture and takes a powder coat finish in any RAL colour. Aluminium is lighter, naturally corrosion-resistant, and suits wider openings where gate weight needs to be managed.

Bespoke Driveway Gates

Bespoke driveway gates are designed from scratch around your entrance. The width, height, infill design, top rail profile, and finish are all specified for your property rather than selected from a range. For London properties where no two frontages are the same, bespoke fabrication produces a gate that fits properly and looks considered rather than fitted.

For a full cost breakdown by gate type, see our driveway gates London cost guide.

Steel Gates Right for period properties across London. Sits naturally with Victorian and Edwardian architecture. Powder coat in any RAL colour.
Aluminium Gates Lighter and naturally corrosion-resistant. Suits wider openings where gate weight needs to be managed.
Fully Bespoke Width, height, infill design, top rail profile, and finish all specified for your property. No catalogue products.
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Front Gardens & Boundaries

Metal Railings London

Metal railings are one of the defining features of London residential streets. Front garden railings, boundary railings, step railings, and garden perimeter railings are all products we design, fabricate, and install across South West London and the surrounding boroughs.

The demand for quality metal railings in London comes from several directions. Homeowners replacing deteriorated original ironwork want something that matches the character of the property and the street. Homeowners without existing railings want a product that adds definition, security, and kerb appeal to the front boundary. Landlords and managing agents want a low-maintenance product that holds up over time without constant repainting.

Railings We Install Across London

Outdoor Railings

Outdoor railings for gardens, boundaries, and front elevations. Fabricated in steel with a hot-dip galvanised base coat and powder coat finish. Made to measure for the specific run and terrain of your property.

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Garden Railings

Garden railings for rear and side boundaries, including decorative garden perimeter railings where the design is as important as the function.

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Front Garden Railings

Front garden railings for London street frontages. We match existing railing profiles on period properties, replicate original ironwork patterns where required, and design new railings that sit sympathetically on Victorian and Edwardian terraces across Clapham, Tooting, Wandsworth, Putney, and beyond.

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Bespoke Railings

Bespoke railings for properties that need something specific. Custom profiles, decorative infill patterns, non-standard heights, or designs that reference architectural details on the building. Every bespoke railing is drawn up, reviewed with the client, and fabricated before installation.

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Steel Railings

Steel railings for properties where maximum durability is the priority. Hot-dip galvanised mild steel with powder coat finish is the most corrosion-resistant and long-lasting option for outdoor railings in London's urban environment.

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Metal Railing Costs in London — 2026
Per Linear Metre (Installed)
£150 – £350
Depending on railing height, design complexity, and the condition of the existing boundary.
Standard Front Boundary (6–8m)
£900 – £2,800
All in. See our driveway gates London cost guide for full pricing across gate and railing combinations.
Chelsea, Fulham, Clapham & Beyond

Juliet Balconies & Metal Balustrades London

Juliet balconies are a growing part of our work across London, particularly in Chelsea, Fulham, Clapham, and on loft conversion projects across South West London where upper floor openings are being converted to full height French doors.

What is a Juliet Balcony?

A Juliet balcony is a safety railing fixed flush to the building at an upper floor door or full height window opening. It creates the visual effect of a balcony, allows the door to open safely, and floods the room behind it with light and air. There is no projecting floor, which means it usually falls under permitted development rights and does not require planning permission in most London boroughs.

Material & Finish

We fabricate Juliet balconies in steel, which suits period London properties in Chelsea, Fulham, and across Wimbledon and Clapham. Steel Juliet balconies are designed to match the character of the property, finished in any RAL powder coat colour, and built to the minimum 1,100mm height required under UK building regulations.

Metal Balustrades London

Metal balustrades for external balconies, stair runs, and terrace perimeters are also part of our London installation service. Steel and glass and metal combinations are both available depending on the application and the visual requirement.

For full pricing, see our Juliet balcony cost guide for London 2026.

Usually Permitted Development No projecting floor means most Juliet balcony installations in London don't require a planning application.
Minimum 1,100mm Height All our Juliet balconies are built to UK building regulation requirements, with all certification provided at handover.
Any RAL Powder Coat Colour Matched to existing window frames, railings, or architectural details on your property.
Popular Across SW London Particularly common in Chelsea, Fulham and Clapham on loft conversions. See our Juliet balcony page for full details.
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Coverage

Areas We Cover Across London

We are based in Wimbledon and work across South West London and the surrounding boroughs. We also take on projects outside these areas for the right job. If you are unsure whether we cover your postcode, call us and we will confirm quickly.

South West London

Wimbledon Putney Wandsworth Tooting Clapham Chelsea Fulham Battersea Hammersmith Raynes Park Balham Merton Colliers Wood

West & South London

Richmond Kingston upon Thames New Malden Surbiton Sutton Cheam Epsom Kew East Sheen Twickenham

South London

Croydon South Croydon Streatham Norbury Mitcham
Dedicated Location Pages

We have dedicated location guides for the areas we serve most frequently:

Gates and Railings Richmond
Gates and Railings Kingston
Gates and Railings Putney
Gates and Railings Tooting
Gates and Railings Clapham
Gates and Railings Wandsworth
Gates and Railings Chelsea
Gates and Railings Sutton

Not listed? We also take on projects outside these areas for the right job. Call us to confirm your postcode.

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Why Us

Why Choose NOVA Steels for Gates and Railings in London?

1

Everything is Made In-House

We fabricate every gate, railing, and balcony ourselves. No outsourced manufacturing, no catalogue products, no one-size-fits-all approach. Each job is designed around the specific property and fabricated before installation begins.

2

CAME Approved Installers

We hold CAME approval for gate automation, which means our installation team is trained and assessed on the systems we fit. For electric gate installations, this matters. An approved installer understands the motor, the control board, and the safety systems, not just the mechanical fitting.

3

10-Year Warranty on Fabricated Structures

Every gate and railing we install comes with a 10-year warranty on the fabricated steelwork. That covers the structure you can see and touch, not just the components inside it.

4

Safety Compliance as Standard

Every electric gate installation includes full safety commissioning covering photocells, safety edges, and force testing, as required under HSE guidelines. All documentation is provided at handover. We do not cut corners on this, and a quote that does not mention safety compliance should prompt questions.

5

Free Site Survey, No Obligation

We visit the property, measure the opening, assess the ground conditions, discuss the design, and provide a clear written quote. There is no charge for this and no pressure to proceed.

Before You Start

Planning Permission for Gates and Railings in London

Usually Permitted Development

Most residential gate and railing installations in London fall under permitted development rights and do not require a planning application. The main conditions are that the gate is under two metres in height, does not front a classified road at over one metre, and is not on a listed building.

Conservation Areas — Check First

London has a significant number of conservation areas, and some boroughs apply additional Article 4 directions that restrict permitted development on front elevations. Richmond alone has 72 designated conservation areas. If your property is in a conservation area or is listed, it is worth checking with your local planning department before proceeding.

The UK planning portal has guidance on what applies to your specific situation, and we will flag any planning considerations during the site survey.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from London homeowners and developers about gates, railings, Juliet balconies, and the installation process.

How much does an electric gate installation cost in London?
A complete electric gate installation in London, covering the gate, automation system, access control, and professional fitting, typically costs between £4,500 and £14,000 for a standard residential property. Bespoke fabricated gates start from £8,000 and rise depending on width, design complexity, and motor specification. These are London prices and reflect the local labour rates and the bespoke fabrication that most quality London installations require. For a full breakdown, see our electric gates cost guide for London 2026.
Do I need planning permission for gates or railings in London?
Most residential installations fall under permitted development rights and do not require a planning application. The main conditions are that the gate is under two metres in height, does not front a classified road at over one metre, and is not on a listed building. London has a significant number of conservation areas — if your property is in one, it is worth checking with your local planning department. The UK planning portal has guidance on what applies to your specific situation, and we will flag any planning considerations during the site survey.
How long does a gate installation take?
Once the design is approved, most residential gate installations are completed within 1–2 days on site. Manufacture and finishing typically takes 2–4 weeks beforehand depending on the specification. We will give you a clear timeline at the quote stage.
Are you CAME approved gate installers?
Yes. We hold CAME approval for gate automation, which means our installation team is trained and assessed on the systems we fit. An approved installer understands the motor, the control board, and the safety systems — not just the mechanical fitting.
What areas of London do you cover?
We cover all SW, KT, SM, CR, TW, and W postcodes across South West and West London — including Wimbledon, Putney, Richmond, Kingston, Clapham, Chelsea, Fulham, Wandsworth, Tooting, Sutton, Croydon, and beyond. We also take on projects outside these areas for the right job. Call us and we will confirm quickly whether we cover your postcode.
Do you offer a warranty on your gates and railings?
Yes. Every gate and railing we install comes with a 10-year warranty on the fabricated steelwork. That covers the structure you can see and touch, not just the components inside it.
Can you automate an existing gate?
In many cases, yes — provided the existing gate is structurally sound and the configuration is suitable. We will visit the site to assess feasibility before recommending whether to automate the existing setup or supply a new automation-ready system.
What finish options are available?
We offer a full range of powder-coated finishes designed for long-term durability in UK weather conditions. Most clients choose classic black, anthracite grey, or a custom RAL colour matched to existing architectural details on their property. We will advise on the best finish for your application during the site survey.

Book a Free Site Survey

Call us on 020 7117 2642 or get in touch through our contact page to arrange a free site survey at a time that suits you. We cover all SW, KT, SM, CR, TW, and W postcodes across South West and West London.

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