How much does a clay paver drive cost in Shropshire?
Expect clay paver drives in Shropshire to come in at around £115–£170 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 40 m² drive usually comes to between £4,600 and £6,800.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Clay paver driveway | £115–£170 per m² |
| Breaking out an old surface | £10–£40 per m² |
| Edging or kerb, bedded and haunched | £20–£50 per metre |
| Typical channel drain run | £350–£1,000 |
| Dropped kerb (vehicle crossover) construction | £1,000–£3,000 |
Guide figures for the West Midlands, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in Shropshire
We quote clay pavers in every town across Shropshire, including:
What does a clay paver drive involve?
Clay block paving uses pavers made from fired clay rather than concrete. The colour runs right through the paver and does not fade, so a clay drive looks much the same after twenty years as it did when it was laid, and it weathers in the way a brick wall does.
Inter-war semis with narrow front gardens are common in the West Midlands, so front garden conversions and drive widenings are often the practical choice.
- Clean cuts with a wet saw where the pattern meets edges and covers
- 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
What the survey covers
- Existing manhole and inspection covers, and whether to recess them
- Edges against lawns, beds, walls and neighbours
- Access for a mini-digger, skip or grab lorry
- The kerb: is it already dropped, and is it wide enough?
- Where an electric vehicle charger cable might run
Rules for front drives in Shropshire
In England, paving in front of the house that covers more than 5 m² needs planning permission unless it is permeable or drains to a lawn, border or soakaway inside your boundary. Permeable block paving, or standard blocks laid to fall onto a planted strip, avoid the need for permission in most cases.
Flats and maisonettes, listed buildings, and homes covered by an Article 4 direction can have tighter rules, and conservation areas, National Parks and National Landscapes restrict some permitted development.
A dropped kerb needs your local highway authority's approval (usually the county, unitary, metropolitan or London borough council), and a new access onto an A, B or C classified road also needs planning permission.
General guidance, not legal advice. Your survey confirms what applies to your home. See the planning guide.
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.
Clay pavers in Shropshire: questions
Do I need planning permission for a clay paver drive in Shropshire?
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. Ask us on the survey if you are unsure.
Can you match the blocks to my house in Shropshire?
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.
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.
Do you cover Telford, Shrewsbury and Wellington?
Yes. We cover all of Shropshire, including Telford, Shrewsbury and Wellington.
