How much does a retaining wall cost in Canberra?
Most retaining walls in Canberra cost $2,750–$16,500
for a standard residential wall
A 10-metre wall at 1m height in Canberra costs $2,750–$7,700. Per-metre rates range from $220/lm for timber sleepers to $770/lm for sandstone. Walls over 1.5m need engineering ($550–$2,200).
+2.2%
Retaining Wall costs in Canberra have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Retaining Wall Cost in Canberra
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
A retaining wall in Canberra costs $220–$495 per lineal metre for timber sleepers, $275–$660/lm for concrete sleepers, and $385–$770/lm for sandstone. A standard 10-metre wall at 1m height costs $2,750–$7,700. Larger or engineered walls can cost significantly more.
Detailed Pricing — Canberra 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timber sleeper wall (per lineal metre) | $220/lm | $350 | $495 |
| Concrete sleeper wall (per lm) | $275/lm | $440 | $660 |
| Block / besser wall (per lm) | $330/lm | $550 | $825 |
| Sandstone wall (per lm) | $385/lm | $605 | $770 |
| Boulder wall (per lm) | $275/lm | $440 | $660 |
| Gabion wall (per lm) | $330/lm | $550 | $880 |
| Small garden wall (5 lm × 0.5m) | $1,100total | $1,975 | $3,075 |
| Standard wall (10 lm × 1m) | $2,750total | $4,950 | $7,700 |
| Large wall (15 lm × 1.5m) | $5,500total | $9,900 | $16,500 |
| Engineering / structural cert | $550per job | $1,100 | $2,200 |
| Drainage behind wall | $33/lm | $55 | $88 |
| Old wall demolition + removal | $55/lm | $110 | $200 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Canberra metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.