How much does a block paved path cost in Shropshire?
Expect block paved paths in Shropshire to come in at around £90–£160 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 12 m² path usually comes to between £1,250 and £2,200.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Block paved path or side passage | £90–£160 per m² |
| Breaking out an old surface | £10–£40 per m² |
| Edging or kerb, bedded and haunched | £20–£50 per metre |
| Step with block or brick riser and paved tread | £180–£350 per step |
| Typical channel drain run | £350–£1,000 |
Guide figures for the West Midlands, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in Shropshire
We quote paths in every town across Shropshire, including:
What does a block paved path involve?
We set edging both sides in concrete, keep steps and changes of level safe and even, and make sure side passages fall away from the house walls and air bricks. Curves are laid with the blocks cut to follow the line rather than leaving ragged edges.
Clay ground is widespread in the West Midlands, so the sub-base depth and drainage are checked on every survey.
- Falls away from walls and to gullies
- Steps formed where levels change
- Blocks, cuts and jointing sand
- Dig-out and compacted base
- Edging both sides, bedded and haunched
What the survey covers
- Edges against lawns, beds, fences and walls
- Manhole and inspection covers in the area
- Levels against the damp-proof course and door thresholds
- Outside taps, lights and cables
- Trees and roots near the paving
Do you need permission for a block paved path in Shropshire?
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
Send the basics
Postcode, what you need and a rough size. Photos help.
Survey
We measure, check levels, ground and drainage, and talk through blocks and patterns.
Written quote
An itemised quote with the specification, the price and the start date.
The work
Our paving team builds it to the agreed specification and leaves the site swept.
Paths in Shropshire: questions
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.
How much does a block paved path cost in Shropshire?
Our guide for Shropshire is £90–£160 per m² including VAT, so a 12 m² path is usually about £1,250–£2,200. Your fixed price follows the survey.
How long does a block paved path take?
Most patios and paths take two to five working days, depending on the size, any steps and the dig. Your quote gives the expected duration.
Is the survey in Shropshire 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.
