How much does a gravel driveway cost in the UK?
A gravel driveway costs £35 to £90 in the UK, typically around £65 per m². Prices reviewed June 2026.
A gravel driveway is the cheapest hard surface, and the price is set mostly by the area, the depth of sub-base needed and how much edging the shape requires. A bound or resin-bonded gravel finish costs more than loose stone.
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Gravel driveway cost breakdown
What a gravel driveway typically costs, by the unit:
| What | Typical UK cost |
|---|---|
| Per m², supplied and fitted | £35 to £90 per m² |
| + Bonded or resin-bonded gravel finish | add £20 to £45 per m² |
| + Needs a full new sub-base | add £20 to £40 per m² |
| Typical 50 m² | £1,750 to £4,500 |
What's included in the price?
A typical gravel driveway price includes:
- Excavation and removal of the old surface
- A compacted MOT sub-base and weed membrane
- Edging to hold the gravel in place
- The gravel layer spread and levelled
What changes the price?
The things that move a gravel driveway price most:
Total area and the depth of sub-base needed
How much edging the shape requires
Loose gravel versus a bound or bonded finish
Site access and where the spoil is taken
Does where you live change the cost?
London and the South East add around 10 to 20 percent on labour.
Common questions
A loose gravel driveway done properly with a sub-base and edging usually costs £35 to £90 per m², so a typical 50m² drive comes to around £1,750 to £4,500, with most jobs landing near £3,300.
Yes. Loose gravel is the cheapest option at roughly £65 per m² fitted, where block paving and resin-bound tend to run from around £80 to £100 per m² upwards.
These are independent guide prices based on typical UK jobs in 2026. Your actual cost depends on your property, spec, access and where you live. Always get at least three written quotes before committing.