Driveway Cost UK

Typical planning cost£60–£120 per m²

Broader project range£3,000–£6,000 typical 50 m² driveway

Planning figures are estimates rather than quotations. Live calculators combine dated UK benchmarks with clearly separated modelling assumptions such as region, size, condition and specification.

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What affects the cost?

Driveway costs are determined by area, surface material, excavation, sub-base, drainage and whether a dropped kerb or planning work is required.

Driveway area
Surface material
Excavation and disposal
Sub-base condition
Drainage
Dropped kerb and access

Typical cost breakdown

Surface materials30–50%

Installation labour25–40%

Excavation & sub-base15–30%

Drainage & extras5–20%

Regional planning examples

The examples below apply our published modelling factor to the same national benchmark. They are not claimed as observed city-wide average quotes.

London£80–£150 / m²

Manchester£60–£110 / m²

Birmingham£60–£120 / m²

Glasgow£60–£110 / m²

Cardiff£50–£110 / m²

Sources used for this guide

Checkatrade

Driveway Costs in the UK (2026 prices)

Published / checked: April 2026

Used for: Gravel, tarmac, concrete, block paving and resin cost-per-m² benchmarks

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Frequently asked questions

Which driveway surface is cheapest?

Gravel is commonly the lowest-cost option at around £60 per m² in current UK guides.

What does block paving cost?

A typical benchmark is around £100 per m², though ground preparation can move the final price.

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