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Driveway extensions and widening in Norwich
If you are planning a driveway extension in Norwich, start with a free survey. We measure, check levels and drainage, and set out each part of the price in writing.
- Guide price
- £80–£130 per m²
- Postcodes
- NR1, NR2, NR3, NR4, NR5, NR6, NR7
- Survey
- Free, no obligation
What driveway extensions and widening involves
A driveway extension adds new hard-standing to an existing drive, usually by taking in part of the front garden, so more cars can park off the road. The new area needs its own excavation and base, and the whole drive is often resurfaced in resin so old and new match.
In Norwich, as anywhere, the base is the part that decides how long a resin surface lasts. The survey settles whether we overlay, repair or rebuild it. Norwich has a broad mix of housing, from terraces near the centre to detached homes on the edges.
Projects we quote in and around Norwich include replacing tired block paving with a permeable resin build, overlaying sound tarmac on a two-car drive and widening a drive into the front garden for a second car. More about driveway extensions and widening.
Prices for driveway extensions and widening in Norwich
For the East of England, where typical costs are above the UK average, these are the ranges we would expect before seeing your property.
For a 49 m² drive in Norwich, built with a dig-out and new permeable base, expect roughly £3,950–£6,350 including VAT before any drainage or kerb work.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Driveway extensions and widening | £80–£130 per m² |
| Resin garden paths | £55–£150 per m² |
| Driveway drainage and soakaways | £55–£120 per linear metre |
Based on East of England rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Norwich
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.
If cars will cross the pavement in a new place, or the crossing needs widening, consent is needed from your council as local highway authority before any kerb work.
General information for England, not legal advice.
Weather and working days
The East of England is the driest part of the UK, which gives a long resin laying season, though heavy clays in places mean the sub-base needs designing for slow drainage. Laying days in Norwich are confirmed close to the date, because rain and cold stop resin curing properly.
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 extensions and widening in Norwich: questions
How soon can you survey in Norwich?
Call 0800 088 6341 or use the quote tool and we will offer survey dates. Surveys are free and run all year.
Can you lay resin in Norwich in winter?
On dry days with ground and air above about 5°C, yes. The East of England is the driest part of the UK, which gives a long resin laying season, though heavy clays in places mean the sub-base needs designing for slow drainage.
Is the price fixed for Norwich 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 extensions and widening near Norwich
- East Dereham 15.8 mi
- Great Yarmouth 18.2 mi
Other services in Norwich
- Resin bound driveways
- Resin bonded driveways
- Resin over tarmac and concrete
- New resin driveways (full dig-out)
- Permeable SuDS driveways
- Resin patios
- Resin garden paths
- Resin steps
- Accessible resin ramps
- Excavation and sub-base
- Driveway drainage and soakaways
- Driveway edging and borders
- Dropped kerb applications
- Resin driveway repairs
- Resin driveway cleaning
- Resin driveway restoration
- Commercial resin surfacing
Free survey · itemised quote
Book a free survey in Norwich
We cover NR1, NR2, NR3, NR4, NR5 and NR6 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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