Block Paving Driveways
Block paving remains one of the most popular driveway choices in the UK thanks to its versatility and durability. Individual blocks are laid in interlocking patterns on a compacted sub-base, creating a strong surface for everyday vehicles. It comes in a wide variety of colours, shapes and laying patterns, so you can create an entrance that suits your home. If a section becomes damaged or stained, individual blocks can usually be lifted and replaced without disturbing the rest of the driveway.
Why Choose Block Paving?
- Wide choice of colours, shapes and patterns
- Individual blocks can be replaced if damaged without redoing the whole drive
- Strong enough for everyday cars when laid on a well-compacted sub-base
- Permeable block paving is available, which can help with the front-garden planning rule in England
- Can smarten up the front of a property
Price Guide
£50–£120 per m²
Typical installed range from UK cost guides, last reviewed September 2026. Not a quote.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a block paving driveway take to install?
Cost guides put a typical two-car block paving driveway (around 60 square metres) at about 4 to 6 days, depending on the size, the design and how much digging out is needed. That includes excavation, sub-base preparation, edging, laying the blocks and final compaction with kiln-dried sand. Ask your installer for a written timeline.
Do I need planning permission for a block paving driveway?
In England, you do not need planning permission to pave a front garden of a house if the surface is permeable (for example, permeable block paving laid on a permeable sub-base) or if rainwater runs to a lawn, border or soakaway on your own property. If you cover more than 5 square metres with a traditional impermeable surface that drains onto the road, you will need permission. Flats, maisonettes, listed buildings and areas with an Article 4 direction can be different, and the rules in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are separate, so check with your council or the Planning Portal.
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