Block paving prices in Downpatrick
Guide prices for Northern Ireland, including VAT at 20%. Choose a service for local details.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Block paving driveways | £80–£135 per m² |
| Permeable block paving | £100–£160 per m² |
| Clay block paving | £110–£160 per m² |
| Tumbled and cobble-effect block paving | £95–£150 per m² |
| Block paved driveway extensions | £85–£145 per m² |
| Front garden to driveway conversions | £80–£135 per m² |
| Replacing tarmac or concrete with block paving | £90–£170 per m² |
| Block paved patios | £75–£135 per m² |
| Block paved paths and side passages | £85–£150 per m² |
| Edging, kerbs, borders and steps | £19–£50 per metre |
| Dropped kerbs with a new drive | £950–£2,850 |
| Drainage for block paving | £330–£950 |
| Recessed manhole covers | £240–£620 |
| Block paving repairs | £190–£620 |
| Sunken and rutted block paving | £285–£1,150 |
| Lift and re-lay block paving | £35–£75 per m² |
| Block paving cleaning | £2.50–£5 per m² |
| Re-sanding and re-jointing | £3–£9.50 per m² |
| Block paving sealing | £5–£14 per m² |
Checked 9 November 2026. Your written quote after the survey is the price you pay.
Block paving in Downpatrick
In and around Downpatrick, village-style frontages sit alongside newer cul-de-sacs, so the right block often depends on the age of the house.
Dropped kerbs in Northern Ireland go through DfI Roads, so we build that timing into the plan for new drives.
Downpatrick postcodes we cover include BT30.
Front drive rules in Downpatrick
Downpatrick is in Northern Ireland:
In Northern Ireland, a hard surface between the front of the house and the road that covers or replaces more than 5 m² must be porous or permeable, or drain to a permeable area within the property, to be permitted development.
Hard surfaces within the grounds of a listed building need listed building consent. Planning is handled by your district council, so check with its planning office if you are unsure.
Dropped kerbs in Northern Ireland are approved by DfI Roads (the Department for Infrastructure), not the council; check planning separately with the council.
General guidance, not legal advice. Your survey confirms what applies to your home. See the planning guide.
How it works
Quick details
Your postcode and the job. It takes a minute.
On-site check
Measurements, levels against the damp-proof course, ground and drainage.
Itemised quote
Fixed once the specification is agreed, with no vague extras.
Laid and finished
Compacted, jointed and handed back clean.
Block paving in Downpatrick: questions
How much does a block paved driveway cost in Downpatrick?
Our guide for Downpatrick is £80–£135 per m² including VAT, so a 50 m² double drive is usually about £4,050–£6,650. Your fixed price follows the survey.
Can you match the blocks to my house in Downpatrick?
We bring samples to the survey and suggest blocks and borders that suit the age and brick of the house. Final colour is your choice.
Do I need planning permission for a block paved driveway in Downpatrick?
In Northern Ireland, front paving over 5 m² must be porous or drain within your boundary to be permitted development. Ask us on the survey if you are unsure.
Is the survey in Downpatrick free?
Yes, for new paving here: the survey and written quote are free with no obligation. Repairs and cleaning are usually priced from photos, or from a short visit where needed.
Block paving near Downpatrick
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