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How much does a resin driveway cost in the UK?

A resin driveway costs £40 to £70 in the UK, typically around £55 per m². Prices reviewed June 2026.

Resin bound driveways are priced by the square metre, so the size of your drive is the main driver of cost, followed by what is underneath.

From
£40
Typical
£55
Up to
£70
per m² · reviewed June 2026 1 to 3 days for a typical drive, once any base work is done

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Resin driveway cost breakdown

What a resin driveway typically costs, by the unit:

WhatTypical UK cost
Per m², supplied and fitted£40 to £70 per m²
+ Needs a new sub-baseadd £25 to £45 per m²
Typical 50 m²£2,000 to £3,500

What's included in the price?

A typical resin driveway price includes:

What changes the price?

The things that move a resin driveway price most:

01

Total area in square metres

02

Whether you can lay over an existing sound base, or need a new sub-base

03

Drainage and whether a permeable build-up is needed

04

Aggregate colour and any pattern or border

Does where you live change the cost?

Rates are fairly consistent nationally, with London a little higher. The base condition matters more than location.

Common questions

How much does a resin driveway cost for a typical drive?

A typical UK driveway of around 50 square metres costs roughly £2,000 to £3,500 if it can be laid over a sound existing base, and more if a new sub-base is needed.

Is resin cheaper than block paving?

Resin bound is usually similar to or slightly cheaper than good block paving once you account for labour, and it needs less maintenance because there are no joints for weeds.

Do I need planning permission for a resin driveway?

Permeable resin bound surfaces that let water drain through usually do not need planning permission. Non-permeable surfaces over five square metres that drain to the road may need it.

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.

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