Hectare Boundary & Fencing Calculator
Convert Australian land dimensions into hectares, acres and square metres, and calculate boundary fencing quantities.
- 1 Hectare
- 10,000 sqm
- Metric
- 1 Hectare
- 2.471 acres
- Imperial
- Post Spacing
- 3 m
- Stock fence
Formula & Statutory Rule
Formula
hectares = sqm / 10,000; area = width × length
Statutory Rule
1 hectare = 10,000 sqm = 2.471 acres; post_spacing = 3 mRegional Benchmark Reference
| Jurisdiction / Tier | Rate or Limit | Statutory Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 hectare | 10,000 sqm | Metric |
| 1 hectare | 2.471 acres | Imperial |
| Post spacing | 3 m | Stock fence |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square metres in a hectare?
One hectare is exactly 10,000 square metres.
How many acres in a hectare?
One hectare equals 2.471 acres.
What post spacing for rural fencing?
Stock fencing typically uses 3 metre post spacing, with closer spacing on corners and strainers.
How do I measure an irregular block?
Break the block into rectangles and triangles, calculate each area, then sum them.