So (1) almost all fences have gates. (2) most houses do not have fences unless they have an animal or need extra privacy for some reason. (3) jumping fences is

So (1) almost all fences have gates. (2) most houses do not have fences unless they have an animal or need extra privacy for some reason. (3) jumping fences is fun when you are a kid/teen. Otherwise, yes, the fence will get in the way.