How much does a clay paver drive cost in County Antrim?
Expect clay paver drives in County Antrim to come in at around £110–£160 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 40 m² drive usually comes to between £4,350 and £6,450.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Clay paver driveway | £110–£160 per m² |
| Breaking out an old surface | £9.50–£40 per m² |
| Edging or kerb, bedded and haunched | £19–£50 per metre |
| Typical channel drain run | £330–£950 |
| Dropped kerb (vehicle crossover) construction | £950–£2,850 |
Guide figures for Northern Ireland, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in County Antrim
We quote clay pavers in every town across County Antrim, including:
What is included?
Clay pavers are laid on the same kind of compacted sub-base and sand bed as concrete blocks, but they vary slightly more in size and are harder to cut cleanly, so laying takes longer and the cost per square metre is higher. They are a natural match for Victorian, Edwardian and Arts and Crafts houses.
Dropped kerbs in Northern Ireland go through DfI Roads, so we build that timing into the plan for new drives.
- Advice on paver colour and size to suit the house
- Dig-out, edging and compacted sub-base
- Jointing sand brushed in and the surface compacted with a protective pad
- Clay pavers laid in herringbone, basketweave or stretcher bond
- Clean cuts with a wet saw where the pattern meets edges and covers
What the survey covers
- Where rain will go: falls, lawn, border, channel or soakaway
- Existing manhole and inspection covers, and whether to recess them
- Whether front-garden planning rules apply
- Edges against lawns, beds, walls and neighbours
- Trees and roots near the drive
Rules for front drives in County Antrim
In Northern Ireland, a hard surface between the front of the house and the road that covers or replaces more than 5 m² must be porous or permeable, or drain to a permeable area within the property, to be permitted development.
Hard surfaces within the grounds of a listed building need listed building consent. Planning is handled by your district council, so check with its planning office if you are unsure.
Dropped kerbs in Northern Ireland are approved by DfI Roads (the Department for Infrastructure), not the council; check planning separately with the council.
General guidance, not legal advice. Your survey confirms what applies to your home. See the planning guide.
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.
Clay pavers in County Antrim: questions
Can you match the blocks to my house in County Antrim?
We bring samples to the survey and suggest blocks and borders that suit the age and brick of the house. Final colour is your choice.
How long does a clay paver drive take to build?
Most homes take between three and seven working days, depending on size, the dig and the drainage. Your quote gives the expected duration.
How much does a clay paver drive cost in County Antrim?
Our guide for County Antrim is £110–£160 per m² including VAT, so a 40 m² drive is usually about £4,350–£6,450. Your fixed price follows the survey.
What happens to my old drive?
It is broken out and taken away by skip or grab lorry, listed as its own line on your quote.
