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The Wombat helps Brighton homeowners compare up to 3 free tree removal quotes from qualified arborists for safe tree felling, dangerous tree assessment, emergency storm damage, green waste disposal, council permit guidance and optional stump grinding. Coverage is focused on Brighton, Melbourne, and nearby suburbs including Caulfield, Bentleigh, St Kilda, Malvern, Prahran, Oakleigh, South Yarra, Toorak.
Indicative Brighton tree removal costs are $250-$800 for small trees under 10m, $800-$1,800 for medium trees, $1,800-$4,500 for large trees, and $4,500-$15,000+ for very large or complex removals.
57% of Brighton's 8,981 private dwellings are separate houses (ABS 2021 Census), which shapes the typical local tree removal job.
Small trees are usually $250-$800, medium trees $800-$1,800, large trees $1,800-$4,500 and very large removals can reach $15,000+.
Protected, native, heritage or large trees may need approval under VIC and local council rules before work starts.
Often quoted separately. Small stumps can be $150-$250, medium $250-$400 and larger stumps $400-$800+.
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Storm-damaged or unstable trees in Brighton can often be assessed quickly, but urgent work costs more than planned removal.
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Tree removal in Brighton typically costs $250-$15,000+ depending on tree height, species, access, hazards and equipment. Small trees under 10m often cost $250-$800, medium trees $800-$1,800, large trees $1,800-$4,500 and very large or high-risk trees $4,500-$15,000+. Stump grinding, permits, emergency work, powerlines and crane access can change the final quote.
$250-$800
Small trees
$1.8k-$4.5k
Large trees
$150-$800
Stump grinding
The main details arborists need before pricing a safe removal.
Tree height
Height, canopy spread and trunk size drive labour, equipment and disposal.
Access and hazards
Narrow access, slopes, roofs, pools, fences and powerlines change the method.
Council approval
Protected, native, heritage or large trees may need approval before removal.
Stump and cleanup
Clarify stump grinding, chip removal, logs, mulch and site cleanup in the quote.
Brighton mixes separate houses (57% of 8,981 private dwellings) with semi-detached and higher-density homes. Tree removal jobs here split between private backyard removals and trees on strata or body-corporate land, where written approval from the owners corporation is needed before work can start.
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2021 Census General Community Profile for Brighton (VIC). Used under CC BY 4.0.
Whether you need a planning permit depends on which overlays and zone apply to your property, so check your council's planning scheme before removing any tree. Permits are commonly required under the SLO, VPO or ESO, for native vegetation, and now for larger canopy trees in most residential zones under clause 52.37, though exemptions exist, including for sites already developed with an existing dwelling. Your council can confirm which controls apply to your specific lot.
Official VIC tree removal guidance →Tree controls sit in each council's planning scheme, mainly through overlays such as the Significant Landscape Overlay, Vegetation Protection Overlay, Environmental Significance Overlay and Heritage Overlay, plus state-wide native vegetation removal provisions. On 15 September 2025, Amendment VC289 added clause 52.37 (Canopy trees) to all planning schemes, requiring a permit to remove, destroy or lop a canopy tree (over 5 metres tall with a trunk circumference over 0.5 metres at 1.4 metres above ground) in most residential zones in specific circumstances.
A qualified arborist quoting your job will usually know whether your tree is exempt, permit-dependent or urgent, and many handle the council paperwork as part of the quote.
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Real tree removal reviews from verified Brighton customers
Tree Removal reviews in Brighton. 188 verified customer reviews with 5.0/5 average rating. Real experiences from local customers.
Sydney, NSW
Had a massive gum tree threatening our roof. Got 3 quotes from certified arborists within 24 hours. The one we chose removed the tree safely, ground the stump, and cleaned up perfectly. Saved $800 by comparing quotes!
Melbourne, VIC
Storm damaged a big pine tree in our backyard. All three arborists were fully insured and provided detailed quotes. The removal was done safely with a crane and they even helped with council paperwork. Highly recommend!
Brisbane, QLD
Needed multiple trees removed before building an extension. The arborist handled council permits, removed 4 trees and ground all stumps in one day. Very professional service from start to finish.
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