How much does a retaining wall cost in Newcastle?
Most retaining walls in Newcastle cost $2,375–$14,250
for a standard residential wall
A 10-metre wall at 1m height in Newcastle costs $2,375–$6,650. Per-metre rates range from $190/lm for timber sleepers to $665/lm for sandstone. Walls over 1.5m need engineering ($475–$1,900).
+2.9%
Retaining Wall costs in Newcastle have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Retaining Wall Cost in Newcastle
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
A retaining wall in Newcastle costs $190–$430 per lineal metre for timber sleepers, $240–$570/lm for concrete sleepers, and $330–$665/lm for sandstone. A standard 10-metre wall at 1m height costs $2,375–$6,650. Larger or engineered walls can cost significantly more.
Detailed Pricing — Newcastle 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timber sleeper wall (per lineal metre) | $190/lm | $305 | $430 |
| Concrete sleeper wall (per lm) | $240/lm | $380 | $570 |
| Block / besser wall (per lm) | $285/lm | $475 | $710 |
| Sandstone wall (per lm) | $330/lm | $520 | $665 |
| Boulder wall (per lm) | $240/lm | $380 | $570 |
| Gabion wall (per lm) | $285/lm | $475 | $760 |
| Small garden wall (5 lm × 0.5m) | $950total | $1,700 | $2,650 |
| Standard wall (10 lm × 1m) | $2,375total | $4,275 | $6,650 |
| Large wall (15 lm × 1.5m) | $4,750total | $8,550 | $14,250 |
| Engineering / structural cert | $475per job | $950 | $1,900 |
| Drainage behind wall | $28/lm | $48 | $76 |
| Old wall demolition + removal | $48/lm | $95 | $170 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Newcastle metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.