Devon · England
Driveway edging and borders in Newton Abbot
From Newton Abbot to Torquay, we price driveway edging and borders with each part of the work set out separately, so you can see where the money goes.
- Guide price
- £25–£65 per linear metre
- Postcodes
- TQ12
- 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.
Groundwork prices in Newton Abbot depend on what is found below the surface, so the survey looks closely at ground conditions, access and drainage. Newton Abbot mixes older streets with newer estates, and many homes have room for two or more cars.
Across Devon, the projects we price include fitting setts or steel edging around a new drive, replacing failed edges that have started to crumble and preparing a drive to meet a new dropped kerb. More about driveway edging and borders.
Prices for driveway edging and borders in Newton Abbot
Guide prices for Newton Abbot are based on South West rates, which are above the UK average. The written quote after your survey is the figure that counts.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Driveway edging and borders | £25–£65 per linear metre |
| New resin driveways (full dig-out) | £80–£130 per m² |
| Driveway extensions and widening | £80–£130 per m² |
Based on South West rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Newton Abbot
In England, a new or replaced hard surface of more than 5 m² in a front garden is permitted development only if it is porous, or if rainwater drains to a lawn, border or soakaway within the property. A fully permeable resin bound build, with a porous base under it, meets that test.
Permitted development rights apply to houses, not flats or maisonettes, and some conservation areas have Article 4 directions that remove them. Listed buildings can need consent if railings or historic walls are affected.
General information for England, not legal advice.
Weather and working days
The South West gets more rain than the east of England, especially on higher ground, so permeability and falls matter on every drive. Laying days in Newton Abbot are confirmed close to the date, because rain and cold stop resin curing properly.
How it works
You start with a guide price, we visit to measure and check the site, you get a written quote, and we book the work for suitable weather.
Driveway edging and borders in Newton Abbot: questions
How much is new driveway edging in Newton Abbot?
As a guide, £25–£65 per linear metre in Newton Abbot including VAT, depending on length, ground conditions and access. Your written quote follows a free survey.
How soon can you survey in Newton Abbot?
Call 0800 088 6341 or use the quote tool and we will offer survey dates. Surveys are free and run all year.
What postcodes do you cover around Newton Abbot?
We cover TQ12 and the surrounding districts, including Torquay and Paignton.
Driveway edging and borders near Newton Abbot
Other services in Newton Abbot
- 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 Newton Abbot
We cover TQ12 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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