Quick reference
- Court: 30.5m long by 15.25m wide
- Goal circle: 4.9m radius
- Goal post height (standard): 3.05m (10 ft)
- High 5 (ages 9 to 11): 2.75m (9 ft) post, size 4 ball
- First Step (ages 7 to 9): 2.44m (8 ft) post
- Ring: 380mm inside diameter, projecting 150mm from the post
- Ball: size 4 for primary-age play (ages 8-10), size 5 for secondary school and adult play (ages 10+)
Whether you are marking out a new playground court, buying your first set of posts or just settling a debate at the side of the court, the measurements are the same everywhere. Here is a plain guide to the numbers that matter in netball, and how they change by age.
Netball court dimensions
A standard netball court is 30.5m long and 15.25m wide. It is divided into three equal thirds, and each end has a goal circle, a semi-circle with a 4.9m radius, centred on the goal line. All lines are 50mm wide.
| Measurement | Size |
|---|---|
| Court length | 30.5m |
| Court width | 15.25m |
| Each third | about 10.17m |
| Goal circle radius | 4.9m |
| Line width | 50mm |
Younger formats are often played on the same court, or on a smaller area if space is tight, so check the rules for your competition before you mark out a playground.
Goal post and ring heights
In standard netball the goal ring is 3.05m (10 ft) above the ground. The ring has an inside diameter of 380mm and sits on a short horizontal bar that projects 150mm from the front of the post. The rules also describe the post as a vertical metal pole, and they cover padding, so check the current rules if you are buying or fitting protectors.
Younger players use lower rings, which is why many schools choose adjustable posts:
| Format | Typical ages | Ring height | Ball |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Step | 7 to 9 | 2.44m (8 ft) | Size 4 |
| High 5 | 9 to 11 | 2.75m (9 ft) | Size 4 |
| Standard netball | Secondary school and adult | 3.05m (10 ft) | Size 5 |
Age bands vary a little between schools, leagues and sources, so treat the ages as a guide and check the rules for your competition.
Which netball size for which age?
- Size 4: slightly smaller and lighter, used for primary-age play and High 5 (Ages 8-10)
- Size 5: the standard match ball for secondary school, club and adult netball (Ages 10+)
Sources differ slightly on where players should move up to size 5, so ask your league or school netball lead if you are unsure. If you are choosing a ball for a team, a match ball such as the Gilbert Hype match netball is available in size 5 (purple) and size 4 (green).
Buying for a whole squad or several teams? The Gilbert Hype Match Netball Ten Pack gives you ten balls in one order, in size 4 (green) or size 5 (purple), and you can browse every pack of balls in our netball packs collection.
Buying posts for mixed ages
If one court serves several year groups, three things are worth considering:
- Adjustable ring height. A post that sets to 2.44m, 2.75m and 3.05m lets one court serve First Step, High 5 and standard netball.
- Post diameter. Posts vary, so measure yours across the diameter before buying protectors. Our protectors fit 50mm, 65mm and 80mm posts.
- Protector height. Our custom protectors can be made at the standard height or 8 ft on request at no extra charge, so one pair can suit senior and junior posts. Please check with us before ordering.
You can read the full ordering guide in our post on custom netball post protectors, or browse the standard Gilbert netball post protectors and the Gilbert netball post for practice and home use.
Quick answers
How high is a netball hoop? 3.05m (10 ft) for standard netball. It is 2.75m (9 ft) for High 5 and 2.44m (8 ft) for First Step.
How big is a netball court? 30.5m by 15.25m, with a goal circle radius of 4.9m at each end.
How wide is the ring? 380mm inside diameter.
Which ball should my child use? Size 4 for primary-age play and High 5, size 5 from secondary school and for adult netball, unless your competition says otherwise.
Need a hand?
If you are kitting out a school or club and want advice on posts, balls or protectors, email us at sales@martinberrillsports.com, browse our netball packs of balls or see our full range of netball equipment.
Measurements are taken from published netball rules and guides and were checked in October 2026. Rules and age bands can change, so always check the current rules for your competition, such as the England Netball goalposts guidance (PDF).