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Driveway edging and borders in Newtownards
If you are planning new driveway edging in Newtownards, start with a free survey. We measure, check levels and drainage, and set out each part of the price in writing.
- Guide price
- £20–£55 per linear metre
- Postcodes
- BT23, BT19, BT16
- Survey
- Free, no obligation

What driveway edging and borders involve
Driveway edging is the restraint fixed around a resin surface, such as granite setts, block, steel or timber, that holds the edge in place, gives a clean line against lawns and borders, and frames the colour of the resin.
In Newtownards, the survey for this work is about levels, falls and ground conditions: where water goes now, what is under the surface and how materials will reach the site. Many homes in Newtownards have existing tarmac or block drives that can be assessed for an overlay or a rebuild.
Typical projects we can quote for in Newtownards include fitting setts or steel edging around a new drive, preparing a drive to meet a new dropped kerb and digging out an old drive and building a permeable sub-base. More about driveway edging and borders.
Prices for driveway edging and borders in Newtownards
Prices in Northern Ireland are below the UK average. These are guide ranges including VAT; your quote follows a free survey.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Driveway edging and borders | £20–£55 per linear metre |
| Resin over tarmac and concrete | £40–£60 per m² |
| Resin bonded driveways | £30–£90 per m² |
Based on Northern Ireland rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Newtownards
Northern Ireland has its own permitted development order for houses, with conditions on hard surfaces and drainage: the simplest route is a surface that keeps rainwater within your boundary. A fully permeable resin bound build, with a porous base under it, meets that test.
Flats, listed buildings and conservation areas are treated differently, so if any of those apply it is worth checking with your council's planning team before work starts.
General information for Northern Ireland, not legal advice.
Weather and working days
Northern Ireland has frequent rain spread through the year, so laying days are planned around dry spells and permeable builds make sense. Surveys run all year; resin work itself waits for a dry day above about 5°C.
How it works
Guide price first, then a free visit, then a line-by-line quote. Nothing is booked until you have the specification in writing.
Driveway edging and borders in Newtownards: questions
Do I need planning permission in Newtownards?
Northern Ireland has its own permitted development order for houses, with conditions on hard surfaces and drainage: the simplest route is a surface that keeps rainwater within your boundary. A fully permeable resin bound build, with a porous base under it, meets that test.
Who approves dropped kerbs in Newtownards?
Dropped kerb consent comes from DfI Roads. We help with the application and get your drive ready to meet the new crossing.
Is the price fixed for Newtownards jobs?
Yes, once the scope and specification are agreed in writing. If hidden ground conditions turn up, we explain and agree any change with you before doing extra work.
Driveway edging and borders near Newtownards
- Bangor 4.8 mi
- Belfast 9.4 mi
- Carrickfergus 9.7 mi
- Newtownabbey 9.9 mi
Other services in Newtownards
- Resin bound driveways
- Resin bonded driveways
- Resin over tarmac and concrete
- New resin driveways (full dig-out)
- Permeable SuDS driveways
- Driveway extensions and widening
- Resin patios
- Resin garden paths
- Resin steps
- Accessible resin ramps
- Excavation and sub-base
- Driveway drainage and soakaways
- Dropped kerb applications
- Resin driveway repairs
- Resin driveway cleaning
- Resin driveway restoration
- Commercial resin surfacing
Free survey · itemised quote
Book a free survey in Newtownards
We cover BT23, BT19 and BT16 and nearby. Tell us about your project and we will be in touch to arrange a visit.
- Base, edging and drainage priced line by line
- Real blend samples shown in daylight
- Price fixed in writing once the spec is agreed
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