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Permeable SuDS driveways in Colinton
From Colinton to Currie, we price permeable SuDS driveways with each part of the work set out separately, so you can see where the money goes.
- Guide price
- £70–£110 per m²
- Postcodes
- EH13, EH14, EH11
- Survey
- Free, no obligation
What permeable SuDS driveways involve
A permeable SuDS driveway is built so rainwater soaks through every layer into the ground below, instead of running off onto the road. SuDS stands for sustainable drainage systems. With resin bound, that means a permeable surface on a porous binder course over an open-graded stone sub-base.
Any quote we prepare in Colinton says which base route we recommend and why, with the depth, the resin and the aggregate written down. Around Colinton, longer drives and rural access are common, so deliveries and mixing space are planned at survey.
Across Edinburgh, the projects we price include adding a channel drain where a drive falls towards the garage, widening a drive into the front garden for a second car and replacing tired block paving with a permeable resin build. More about permeable SuDS driveways.
Prices for permeable SuDS driveways in Colinton
For Lothian, where typical costs are a little below the UK average, these are the ranges we would expect before seeing your property.
For a 55 m² drive in Colinton, built with a dig-out and new permeable base, expect roughly £3,800–£6,050 including VAT before any drainage or kerb work.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Permeable SuDS driveways | £70–£110 per m² |
| Resin garden paths | £45–£130 per m² |
| Driveway edging and borders | £25–£55 per linear metre |
Based on Lothian rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Colinton
Scotland's householder permitted development rules allow many hard surfaces at a house where the surface is porous or water drains to a permeable area within the property. 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 we suggest a quick check with your council's planning team before work starts.
General information for Scotland, not legal advice.
Weather and working days
Lothian is one of the drier parts of Scotland, but cold winters and frost make a well-drained, frost-resistant base important. We only lay resin on dry days with ground and air above about 5°C, so Colinton jobs are booked with the forecast in mind.
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.
Permeable SuDS driveways in Colinton: questions
Is the price fixed for Colinton 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.
Can you lay resin in Colinton in winter?
On dry days with ground and air above about 5°C, yes. Lothian is one of the drier parts of Scotland, but cold winters and frost make a well-drained, frost-resistant base important.
How much is a permeable resin driveway in Colinton?
As a guide, £70–£110 per m² in Colinton including VAT, depending mainly on whether your existing base can be overlaid. Your written quote follows a free survey.
Permeable SuDS driveways near Colinton
- Currie 2.2 mi
- Queensferry 8.0 mi
- Penicuik 5.4 mi
- Bonnyrigg 6.3 mi
- Musselburgh 8.3 mi
Other services in Colinton
- Resin bound driveways
- Resin bonded driveways
- Resin over tarmac and concrete
- New resin driveways (full dig-out)
- Driveway extensions and widening
- 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 Colinton
We cover EH13, EH14 and EH11 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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