What to know before a block paved patio in Crewe
Across Crewe, gardens range from narrow terrace plots to wide modern ones, and the best block, pattern and drainage choice changes with them.
The North West is one of the wetter parts of England, so falls, channel drains and permeable options matter more than usual.
How much does a block paved patio cost in Crewe?
Expect block paved patios in Crewe to come in at around £80–£140 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 20 m² patio usually comes to between £1,850 and £3,200.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Block paved patio (concrete block) | £80–£140 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 North West, checked 9 November 2026. See all prices or use the guide price tool.
What you get with our patios service
A block paved patio is a garden seating or dining area paved with concrete or clay blocks on a compacted base. Because a patio carries people and furniture rather than cars, the sub-base is thinner than for a drive, but the falls, edging and drainage matter just as much.
- Optional sealer
- Falls away from the house and doors
- Layout marked out with you, including steps and doors
- Jointing sand and compaction
- Dig-out and compacted sub-base (around 100 mm for foot traffic)
What we check on a Crewe survey
- Outside taps, lights and cables
- Where rain will go: falls away from the house, onto lawn or borders, or into a channel
- Block range, colour, pattern and border to suit the house
- Manhole and inspection covers in the area
- Access for a mini-digger and how waste leaves the garden
Do you need permission for a block paved patio in Crewe?
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
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.
Why choose Block Paving Contractors
The dig and sub-base in writing
Your quote states the depth of dig, the sub-base thickness and how it is compacted.
Edges set in concrete
Every edge restraint is bedded and haunched, so the paving cannot creep.
One point of contact
You deal with one team from survey to sign-off, with work carried out by paving teams working under S&K.
Repair before replace
If your drive can be fixed or re-laid, we will say so.
Patios in Crewe: questions
Do you cover Winsford, Congleton and Northwich?
Yes. We cover Crewe and the places around it, including Winsford, Congleton and Northwich, and the rest of Cheshire.
How long does a block paved patio 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 patio cost in Crewe?
Our guide for Crewe is £80–£140 per m² including VAT, so a 20 m² patio is usually about £1,850–£3,200. 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.
Patios near Crewe
Nearby towns we cover for patios, and patios across Cheshire:
- Patios in Winsford
- Patios in Congleton
- Patios in Northwich
- Patios in Macclesfield
- Patios in Wilmslow
- Patios in Chester
