Hampshire · England
Driveway edging and borders in Southampton
We quote driveway edging and borders for homes across Southampton, from the SO14 district outwards, and send an itemised written price after a free visit.
- Guide price
- £30–£65 per linear metre
- Postcodes
- SO14, SO15, SO17
- 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.
Before quoting groundworks in Southampton we check levels against door thresholds, look for shallow services and plan where spoil and materials will go. Across Southampton, many front drives are compact, so access, skips and parking for the crew are planned at survey.
In Southampton we can price work such as replacing failed edges that have started to crumble, preparing a drive to meet a new dropped kerb and fitting setts or steel edging around a new drive. More about driveway edging and borders.
Prices for driveway edging and borders in Southampton
Prices in the South East are above the UK average. These are guide ranges including VAT; your quote follows a free survey.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Driveway edging and borders | £30–£65 per linear metre |
| Resin garden paths | £55–£155 per m² |
| Resin over tarmac and concrete | £50–£80 per m² |
Based on South East rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Southampton
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 East is relatively dry, with long laying seasons, but clay soils are common across much of the region and can drain slowly. Laying days in Southampton are confirmed close to the date, because rain and cold stop resin curing properly.
How it works
The steps are simple: guide price, free survey, written quote with a fixed price once the specification is agreed, then a date that suits you and the weather.
Driveway edging and borders in Southampton: questions
How much is new driveway edging in Southampton?
As a guide, £30–£65 per linear metre in Southampton including VAT, depending on length, ground conditions and access. Your written quote follows a free survey.
Is the price fixed for Southampton 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.
How soon can you survey in Southampton?
Call 0800 088 6341 or use the quote tool and we will offer survey dates. Surveys are free and run all year.
Driveway edging and borders near Southampton
- Hythe 3.0 mi
- Totton 3.9 mi
- Eastleigh 4.9 mi
- Fareham 10.5 mi
- Winchester 11.7 mi
Other services in Southampton
- 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 Southampton
We cover SO14, SO15 and SO17 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
Prefer to talk? 0800 088 6341 or