How much does a retaining wall cost in Geelong?
Most retaining walls in Geelong cost $2,325–$13,950
for a standard residential wall
A 10-metre wall at 1m height in Geelong costs $2,325–$6,500. Per-metre rates range from $185/lm for timber sleepers to $650/lm for sandstone. Walls over 1.5m need engineering ($465–$1,850).
+2.5%
Retaining Wall costs in Geelong have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Retaining Wall Cost in Geelong
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
A retaining wall in Geelong costs $185–$420 per lineal metre for timber sleepers, $230–$560/lm for concrete sleepers, and $325–$650/lm for sandstone. A standard 10-metre wall at 1m height costs $2,325–$6,500. Larger or engineered walls can cost significantly more.
Detailed Pricing — Geelong 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timber sleeper wall (per lineal metre) | $185/lm | $300 | $420 |
| Concrete sleeper wall (per lm) | $230/lm | $370 | $560 |
| Block / besser wall (per lm) | $280/lm | $465 | $700 |
| Sandstone wall (per lm) | $325/lm | $510 | $650 |
| Boulder wall (per lm) | $230/lm | $370 | $560 |
| Gabion wall (per lm) | $280/lm | $465 | $745 |
| Small garden wall (5 lm × 0.5m) | $930total | $1,675 | $2,600 |
| Standard wall (10 lm × 1m) | $2,325total | $4,175 | $6,500 |
| Large wall (15 lm × 1.5m) | $4,650total | $8,350 | $13,950 |
| Engineering / structural cert | $465per job | $930 | $1,850 |
| Drainage behind wall | $28/lm | $46 | $74 |
| Old wall demolition + removal | $46/lm | $93 | $165 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Geelong metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.