Block paving prices in Romford
Guide prices for London, including VAT at 20%. Choose a service for local details.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Block paving driveways | £100–£170 per m² |
| Permeable block paving | £125–£205 per m² |
| Clay block paving | £140–£205 per m² |
| Tumbled and cobble-effect block paving | £120–£190 per m² |
| Block paved driveway extensions | £110–£180 per m² |
| Front garden to driveway conversions | £100–£170 per m² |
| Replacing tarmac or concrete with block paving | £115–£215 per m² |
| Block paved patios | £95–£170 per m² |
| Block paved paths and side passages | £110–£190 per m² |
| Edging, kerbs, borders and steps | £25–£60 per metre |
| Dropped kerbs with a new drive | £1,200–£3,600 |
| Drainage for block paving | £420–£1,200 |
| Recessed manhole covers | £300–£780 |
| Block paving repairs | £240–£780 |
| Sunken and rutted block paving | £360–£1,450 |
| Lift and re-lay block paving | £40–£95 per m² |
| Block paving cleaning | £3–£6 per m² |
| Re-sanding and re-jointing | £3.50–£12 per m² |
| Block paving sealing | £6–£18 per m² |
Checked 9 November 2026. Your written quote after the survey is the price you pay.
Block paving in Romford
Romford has a big mix of housing, from older terraces near the centre to newer estates further out, so no two drives here start from the same ground.
Front gardens in much of London are short, so parking depth and the dropped kerb usually decide whether a drive is possible.
Romford postcodes we cover include RM1, RM7, RM2, RM11 and RM5.
Front drive rules in Romford
Romford is in England:
In England, paving in front of the house that covers more than 5 m² needs planning permission unless it is permeable or drains to a lawn, border or soakaway inside your boundary. Permeable block paving, or standard blocks laid to fall onto a planted strip, avoid the need for permission in most cases.
Flats and maisonettes, listed buildings, and homes covered by an Article 4 direction can have tighter rules, and conservation areas, National Parks and National Landscapes restrict some permitted development.
A dropped kerb needs your local highway authority's approval (usually the county, unitary, metropolitan or London borough council), and a new access onto an A, B or C classified road also needs planning permission.
General guidance, not legal advice. Your survey confirms what applies to your home. See the planning guide.
How it works
Tell us about the job
Use the form, the quote tool, WhatsApp or a call.
We take a look
A survey visit, or photos for smaller repair and cleaning jobs.
Price in writing
Every line itemised, including the dig, edging and drainage.
Booked and built
Agreed start date, then the work, the final clean-down and the joint top-up.
Block paving in Romford: questions
Can you match the blocks to my house in Romford?
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.
How much does a block paved driveway cost in Romford?
Our guide for Romford is £100–£170 per m² including VAT, so a 50 m² double drive is usually about £5,100–£8,400. Your fixed price follows the survey.
Do I need planning permission for a block paved driveway in Romford?
In England, a front drive over 5 m² needs planning permission unless it is permeable or drains to a lawn or border within your boundary. Ask us on the survey if you are unsure.
Is the survey in Romford 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 Romford
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