How much does a cobble-effect block drive cost in Shropshire?
Most cobble-effect block drive quotes in the West Midlands fall within £100–£160 per m² including VAT. A 50 m² drive would usually be about £5,000–£8,000, with any extras listed separately on your quote.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Tumbled or cobble-effect concrete block driveway | £100–£160 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 cobble-effect paving in every town across Shropshire, including:
What does a cobble-effect block drive involve?
Tumbled block paving is concrete block that has been rumbled or treated after making so the edges are rounded and the faces look worn. Cobble-effect ranges add three or more block sizes laid in a random or coursed pattern, which gives the look of old setts without their cost or rough surface.
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.
- Jointing sand and compaction
- Edge cuts blended into curves and corners
- Dig-out, sub-base and edging as for any block drive
- Mixed sizes laid to a planned random or coursed pattern
- Colour and size mix chosen on the survey
What the survey covers
- Levels against the damp-proof course (the finished paving must sit at least 150 mm below it)
- Edges against lawns, beds, walls and neighbours
- Whether front-garden planning rules apply
- Steps, thresholds and door heights
- Trees and roots near the drive
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
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.
Cobble-effect paving in Shropshire: questions
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.
How much does a cobble-effect block drive cost in Shropshire?
Our guide for Shropshire is £100–£160 per m² including VAT, so a 50 m² drive is usually about £5,000–£8,000. Your fixed price follows the survey.
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.
How long does a cobble-effect block 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.
