How much does a block paved path cost in West Sussex?
Most block paved path quotes in the South East fall within £95–£175 per m² including VAT. A 12 m² path would usually be about £1,350–£2,400, with any extras listed separately on your quote.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Block paved path or side passage | £95–£175 per m² |
| Breaking out an old surface | £11–£45 per m² |
| Edging or kerb, bedded and haunched | £20–£55 per metre |
| Step with block or brick riser and paved tread | £195–£380 per step |
| Typical channel drain run | £380–£1,100 |
Guide figures for the South East, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in West Sussex
We quote paths in every town across West Sussex, including:
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.
Chalk, clay and sandy ground all occur across the South East, so the dig and sub-base depth are set on the survey rather than assumed.
- Steps formed where levels change
- Dig-out and compacted base
- Blocks, cuts and jointing sand
- Edging both sides, bedded and haunched
- Falls away from walls and to gullies
What the survey covers
- Access for a mini-digger and how waste leaves the garden
- Trees and roots near the paving
- Steps, walls and changes of level
- Where rain will go: falls away from the house, onto lawn or borders, or into a channel
- Manhole and inspection covers in the area
Do you need permission for a block paved path in West Sussex?
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 West Sussex: questions
Can the paving be level with the back door?
Paving normally sits at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course. A level step-out needs a drainage channel against the house and careful detailing, which we agree on the survey.
Do I need planning permission for a block paved path in West Sussex?
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.
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.
How much does a block paved path cost in West Sussex?
Our guide for West Sussex is £95–£175 per m² including VAT, so a 12 m² path is usually about £1,350–£2,400. Your fixed price follows the survey.
