What does a driveway & patio cost in London?
In London: £3,400 to £6,000 for a typical 30 m2 project at mid-range, including 20% VAT, against £2,700 to £4,800 nationally. Budget starts around £2,500, premium runs to £9,000. Set your own size, finish and region below, no email required.
Driveway & patio, mid-range, London
£3,400 to £6,000
Including 20% VAT. An indication, not a quote: prices vary per trade and property.
Take it further
Prices include 20% VAT. New builds and some energy-saving works can qualify for 0% or reduced VAT; ask your installer.
Got quotes in already? Check if they are fair. Want to know when the money leaves? See the phase-by-phase plan.
What drives the price
- Material: concrete and gravel anchor the budget end, porcelain and natural stone the top.
- The sub-base: excavation and hardcore are invisible and non-negotiable.
- Drainage: front gardens need permeable paving or drainage under planning rules.
- Edges and steps: the details add more than the flat metres.
All figures come from the same validated 2026 price data as the calculator above (sources: Checkatrade, MyJobQuote and comparable national 2026 cost guides, checked August 2026; see how we price), so this page and your estimate can never disagree. Outside London? See the national guide, or compare every region in the regional overview. How to pay for it (remortgage, loan or savings) is its own guide: paying for a renovation. Planning an extension or loft? Check permitted development first.
Frequently asked questions
Does a new driveway need planning permission?
Usually not if the surface is permeable or drains to a lawn or border. Over five square metres of impermeable paving draining to the road does need permission; your installer should know, and the council confirms it in minutes.
Do these prices include VAT?
Yes, all ranges include 20% VAT. New builds and some energy-saving works can qualify for 0% or reduced VAT; ask your installer whether your project applies.
Why is London so much more expensive?
Labour is the driver: London trades charge roughly 25% above the national average, and parking, access and waste logistics add friction. Nationally this project runs £2,700 to £4,800; the calculator switches region in one click.
How accurate is this range?
It is a guide range from national 2026 cost guides, adjusted for finish level and region. Real quotes vary per trade, property and specification; treat it as a starting point, budget 10 to 15 percent contingency, and always get at least three itemised quotes.