Kent · England
Resin bonded driveways in Maidstone
If you are planning a resin bonded driveway in Maidstone, start with a free survey. We measure, check levels and drainage, and set out each part of the price in writing.
- Guide price
- £40–£110 per m²
- Postcodes
- ME14, ME15, ME16
- Survey
- Free, no obligation
What resin bonded driveways involve
A resin bonded driveway is a solid base coated with a layer of resin onto which loose aggregate is scattered. The stones stick to the resin, giving a textured, gravel-like finish that is grippy underfoot. Unlike resin bound, it is not permeable.
In Maidstone, 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. Plot sizes and existing surfaces vary a lot across Maidstone, so the survey comes before any fixed figure.
Across Kent, the projects we price include framing a golden blend with charcoal granite setts, adding a channel drain where a drive falls towards the garage and building a fully permeable drive on a front garden. More about resin bonded driveways.
Prices for resin bonded driveways in Maidstone
Prices in the South East are above the UK average. These are guide ranges including VAT; your quote follows a free survey.
For a 62 m² drive in Maidstone: about £2,450–£3,800 as an overlay on a sound base, or roughly £4,500–£6,950 if the old surface has to come out for a dig-out and new base.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Resin bonded driveways | £40–£110 per m² |
| Resin over tarmac and concrete | £50–£80 per m² |
| Dropped kerb applications | about £1,000–£2,500 per crossing, set by the highway authority |
Based on South East rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Maidstone
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. Resin bonded is not permeable, so on a front garden it needs to drain to a permeable area within your property.
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. Spring to autumn offers the most laying days in Kent, but dry, mild winter days can work too.
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.
Resin bonded driveways in Maidstone: questions
Do I need planning permission in Maidstone?
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. Resin bonded is not permeable, so on a front garden it needs to drain to a permeable area within your property.
Can you lay resin in Maidstone in winter?
On dry days with ground and air above about 5°C, yes. The South East is relatively dry, with long laying seasons, but clay soils are common across much of the region and can drain slowly.
Who approves dropped kerbs in Maidstone?
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.
Resin bonded driveways near Maidstone
- Chatham 7.8 mi
- Rochester 8.4 mi
- Gillingham 8.6 mi
- Strood 8.9 mi
- Sittingbourne 10.7 mi
Other services in Maidstone
- Resin bound 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
- 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 Maidstone
We cover ME14, ME15 and ME16 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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