How much does a block paved patio cost in West Glamorgan?
Expect block paved patios in West Glamorgan to come in at around £75–£130 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 20 m² patio usually comes to between £1,700 and £3,000.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Block paved patio (concrete block) | £75–£130 per m² |
| Breaking out an old surface | £9.50–£35 per m² |
| Edging or kerb, bedded and haunched | £19–£45 per metre |
| Step with block or brick riser and paved tread | £165–£330 per step |
| Typical channel drain run | £330–£930 |
Guide figures for Wales, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in West Glamorgan
Choose a town for local prices and details for patios:
What does a block paved patio involve?
Block suits patios that join a block drive or path, small or awkward spaces where large slabs would need too many cuts, and gardens where you want a pattern such as basketweave or a circle feature. We lay patios to fall away from the house and below the damp-proof course, with edging that stops the blocks creeping into the lawn.
Wales is wetter than most of England, and new front paving has to be permeable or drain within the property, so drainage is designed in from the start.
- Blocks in your pattern, edges and cuts
- Dig-out and compacted sub-base (around 100 mm for foot traffic)
- Optional sealer
- Jointing sand and compaction
- Falls away from the house and doors
What the survey covers
- Outside taps, lights and cables
- Ground conditions and how deep the dig must be
- 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 West Glamorgan?
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 Wales, new front paving should be permeable or drain within your boundary to avoid planning permission, and drives of 100 m² or more need SuDS approval.
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.
Patios in West Glamorgan: 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.
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 patio cost in West Glamorgan?
Our guide for West Glamorgan is £75–£130 per m² including VAT, so a 20 m² patio is usually about £1,700–£3,000. Your fixed price follows the survey.
Do you cover Swansea, Neath and Briton Ferry?
Yes. We cover all of West Glamorgan, including Swansea, Neath and Briton Ferry.
