How much does a block paved path cost in Hertfordshire?
In the East of England, a block paved path usually costs £95–£170 per m² including VAT. For a 12 m² path, that is roughly £1,300–£2,300. Your exact price depends on what the survey or your photos show, and is fixed in writing before anything is booked.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Block paved path or side passage | £95–£170 per m² |
| Breaking out an old surface | £11–£40 per m² |
| Edging or kerb, bedded and haunched | £20–£55 per metre |
| Step with block or brick riser and paved tread | £190–£370 per step |
| Typical channel drain run | £370–£1,050 |
Guide figures for the East of England, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in Hertfordshire
We quote paths in every town across Hertfordshire, including:
- Watford
- Hemel Hempstead
- Stevenage
- St Albans
- Welwyn Garden City
- Cheshunt
- Hatfield
- Bishop's Stortford
- Borehamwood
- Hitchin
- Hoddesdon
- Letchworth Garden City
- North Watford
- Harpenden
- Bushey
- Hertford
- Rickmansworth
- Potters Bar
- Berkhamsted
What does a block paved path involve?
A block paved path is a narrow strip of block paving for walking: a front path, a route round the garden or a side passage to the bins. Paths are where edge restraints matter most, because a narrow strip has a lot of edge and very little middle to hold it.
Clay soils are common in parts of the East of England, so drainage and sub-base depth get extra attention.
- Edging both sides, bedded and haunched
- Steps formed where levels change
- Dig-out and compacted base
- Falls away from walls and to gullies
- Blocks, cuts and jointing sand
What the survey covers
- Outside taps, lights and cables
- Levels against the damp-proof course and door thresholds
- Manhole and inspection covers in the area
- Ground conditions and how deep the dig must be
- Trees and roots near the paving
Do you need permission for a block paved path in Hertfordshire?
A patio or path behind the house does not usually need planning permission. Raised patios, listed buildings and flats can be different, so we check on the survey.
Paving in front of the house follows the front-garden rules: 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.
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.
Paths in Hertfordshire: questions
Is the survey in Hertfordshire 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.
How much does a block paved path cost in Hertfordshire?
Our guide for Hertfordshire is £95–£170 per m² including VAT, so a 12 m² path is usually about £1,300–£2,300. Your fixed price follows the survey.
What happens to my old patio or lawn?
Old slabs, concrete or turf are dug out and taken away, listed as its own line on your quote.
Do I need planning permission for a block paved path in Hertfordshire?
Not usually for a patio or path behind the house. Raised patios, listed buildings and flats can be different, and paving in front of the house follows the front-garden rules. 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.
