Staffordshire · England
Driveway edging and borders in Longton
Thinking about new driveway edging in Longton? Get a guide price in under a minute, then a free survey and a fixed written quote once the specification is agreed.
- Guide price
- £25–£60 per linear metre
- Postcodes
- ST3, ST4, ST12
- 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 Longton depend on what is found below the surface, so the survey looks closely at ground conditions, access and drainage. Longton mixes older streets with newer estates, and many homes have room for two or more cars.
In Longton we can price work such as 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 Longton
Prices in the West Midlands are close to the UK average. These are guide ranges including VAT; your quote follows a free survey.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Driveway edging and borders | £25–£60 per linear metre |
| New resin driveways (full dig-out) | £75–£120 per m² |
| Driveway extensions and widening | £75–£120 per m² |
Based on West Midlands rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Longton
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 West Midlands is close to the UK average for rainfall, and much of the region sits on clay that holds water after wet spells. Laying days in Longton 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 Longton: questions
Do I need planning permission in Longton?
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.
Is the price fixed for Longton 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.
Who approves dropped kerbs in Longton?
Dropped kerb consent comes from your council as local highway authority. We help with the application and get your drive ready to meet the new crossing.
Driveway edging and borders near Longton
- Stoke-on-Trent 2.6 mi
- Newcastle-under-Lyme 4.3 mi
- Kidsgrove 8.4 mi
- Leek 9.6 mi
- Stafford 12.3 mi
Other services in Longton
- 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 Longton
We cover ST3, ST4 and ST12 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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