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Block Paving in Swanscombe

Block paving can look good as a driveway. It is a stylish and functional solution to your driveway and will give your home great kerb appeal. Whether you want a classic herringbone design or something a bit different, there are plenty of block paving options and materials available to you. The bricks used in block paving are manufactured from clay commonly, but some are made up of different composite materials. One of the main benefits to block paving is that if some of the bricks get broken over time, they can simply be replaced. In addition, it means that it's simpler to perform work under the surface of the paving without leaving a mark. The most frequent pattern that driveway companies lay is the herringbone pattern because it has the strongest interlock, rendering it a fantastic choice for driveways. The tradesperson creates the herringbone design by placing the blocks at 45 degrees or 90 degrees to the perpendicular. Both types of herringbone pattern create a stylish and interesting look for your driveway that will make your home look fantastic to potential buyers. Fill out our online form to get in touch with up to 4 driveway companies who can provide you with a quote for a block-paved driveway.

Average Block paving cost in Swanscombe

The typical cost for a block paving project is about £4,000. For smaller areas of paving, or if you live in a cheaper area of the country, expect to pay approximately £3,000, but for larger areas or within the London area, costs may be as much as £4,600-£5,000.

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Block paving installation cost in Swanscombe 2025

Labour cost £2,800
Material cost £1,000
Waste removal £200
Time frame: 1-2 days

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Swanscombe

Swanscombe is a village in the Borough of Dartford in Kent, England. It is located east of Dartford and also north-west of Gravesend, in the civil parish of Swanscombe and Greenhithe. At the 2001 UK census, the Swanscombe electoral ward had a population of 6,418. Swanscombe was necessary in the early history of cement. The very first concrete production works near Swanscombe were opened at Northfleet by James Parker, around 1792, making "Roman concrete" from concrete rock brought from the Isle of Sheppey. James Frost opened an operate at Swanscombe in 1825, making use of chalk from Galley Hill, having patented a new concrete called British Cement. The Swanscombe plant was ultimately gotten by John Bazley White & Co, which ended up being the biggest element of Blue Circle Industries when it developed in 1900. It lastly shut down in 1990. In between 1840 and 1930 it was the largest cement plant in Britain. By 1882 a number of cement makers were operating across the north Kent region, yet the resulting dust air pollution drove individuals of Swanscombe to take lawsuit versus the local cement jobs. Despite different technological advancements, the issue persisted into the 1950s, with telegraph lines over an inch thick in white dirt. Modern cement kilns in Kent using chimneys 170 m (550 feet) in elevation are currently stated to be the cleanest in the world. However, the neighbouring Medway communities are reported to be one of the most polluted inhabited area in the UK, and also the concrete industry contributes to acid rain in Scandinavia.

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Block paving pros in Swanscombe

Stoneartuk LTD

14 review(s)
Based: in London, HA5 3TA

Hi my name is Martin from stone art uk ltd we are a local run landscaping company within the Pinner area we specialise in all types of driveways and patios please do not hesitate to visit us at are website or give us a call .

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Benedict W., W8
3

Paving & Driveway | Block in London

Expensive. No written quotation, so could not evaluate.

Surbiton Landscaping

56 review(s)
Based: in Kingston upon thames, KT6 4JX

Surbiton landscaping and building services in business since 1999 very professional run, family Business that takes pride in their work

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John P., SW18
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in London

Excellent

L Marshall Contractors Limited

34 review(s)
Based: in Tiptree, CO5 0LU

We are a family run business and has been in operation for over 30 years, we were first established in 1985. 

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Graham P., SS7
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Benfleet

Employees worked extremely well, finishing touches left to be desired, did not fulfil all stated agreements

R Temple Driveways and Landscapes

3 review(s)
Based: in Rtempledrivewaysandlandscapes.co.uk, SS12 9EJ

Hello my name is Richard I have been doing driveways and ground works for 30 years. I've always prided myself on doing a good job using top quality materials and tools. When you're satisfied I'm satisfied. All my work is guaranteed for 10 years and...

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David H., CM2
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Chelmsford

Great price and excellent. Job done by Richard and his team.

Secure Paving & Landscaping

24 review(s)
Based: in Buckinghamshire, SL9 0QR

Professionally but friendly run business for over 20 years, top quality tradesmen and only the finest materials are used. We specialise in all types of driveways and patios, including block paving, resin, bonded, driveways, imprinted, concrete, drive...

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Shaki M., UB3
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Hayes

Very quick contact with excellent consultation service discussing what they provide.

JS Landscapes

12 review(s)
Based: in Swanley, BR8 7RY

Four seasons tree services Is a small family run businessSpecialising in all aspects of tree and hedges with over 20 years experience No job too big no job too small we are large enough to cope and small enough to care

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David M., SE3
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in London

Good service price to deer

J D Drivestyle Ltd

16 review(s)
Based: in Kent, TN23 6LL

We are one of the largest driveway and patio company’s in and around Kent. Our team is equipped to handle any sized driveway or patio project. If its brick work, landscaping, fencing, paving, gravel, concrete or tarmac. Our experienced team is regi...

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Nick P., TN19
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Etchingham

Professional, prompt and responsive

Marshall'S Paving and Landscaping

9 review(s)
Based: in St. albans, AL5 3BW

Professional Block paving and Landscaping services.

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George B., SG1
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Stevenage

I have chosen to go with Marshalls because of their greater history in drives and because they are cheaper

Topstyle paving & resin bond ltd

1 review(s)
Based: in Ashford, TN23 6FL

Top Style Paving & Resin Bond Ltd are a professional company with a great reputation.Specialists in Block Paving, Driveways, Tarmacadam, Fencing and Patios

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Mohammed M., RM16
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Grays

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Topline Drives and Natural Stone

4 review(s)
Based: in Horley, RH6 9PP

Welcome to barrett driveways and natural stone. We specialise in doing block paving, all types of natural stone, tarmac, cement driveways, all types of fencing, building walls, and laying decking, landscaping ect. We are a business that have been r...

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Jaydeep P., KT19
3

Paving & Driveway | Block in Epsom

no-price

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05 Sep

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Swanscombe - DA10

Enquiry from: Sophie S

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Want to make my front garden into a drive away with block paving

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17 Apr

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Swanscombe - DA10

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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Other Other Forms: Home Improvements Please call to appoint

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03 Jan

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Swanscombe - DA10

Enquiry from: Charlotte C

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Slope down the side of house looking to be raised and levelled and then a pa...

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17 Aug

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Swanscombe - DA10

Enquiry from: Keith W

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Block pav front garden just over 10 square metres. Also add a step by front door approx 1400 x 700. Grey and brindle.

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03 Aug

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Swanscombe - DA10

Enquiry from: Jackie B

Start Date: Immediate

area in back garden of approximately 4 meters by 3 meters to be dug out levelled and paved, also area of approximately 12 foot by 12 foot (had decking on. needs filling and paving)

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16 Feb

Paving & Driveway | Block

Swanscombe - DA10

Enquiry from: Derek S

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydrivewayprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Estimated 50 sqm straight forward block paving on very sli...

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02 Nov

Paving & Driveway | Block

Swanscombe - DA10

Enquiry from: Maulik P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Do you require: Block Paving Location: Front What work is required: Driveway Roughly how much area are you looking to have pave...

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22 Oct

Paving & Driveway | Block

Swanscombe - DA10

Enquiry from: Maulik P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Do you require: Block Paving Location: Front What work is required: Driveway Roughly how much area are you looking to have pave...

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08 Oct

Paving & Driveway | Block

Swanscombe - DA10

Enquiry from: Maulik P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Do you require: Block Paving Location: Front What work is required: Driveway Roughly how much area are you looking to have pave...

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10 May

Paving & Driveway | Block

London - SE6

Enquiry from: Maureen R

Start Date: Immediate

requires quote to build a front garden driveway. i already have council permission to do the crossover once the drive is prepared. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terr...

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14 Feb

Paving & Driveway | Block

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Joe A

Start Date: Immediate

I need to redo my driveway. I would like a quote for resin, slabs and block. My driveway area is 32sqm

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12 Jan

Paving & Driveway | Block

Bromley, Keston - BR2

Enquiry from: Leslie M

Start Date: Immediate

new driveway with side fencing dwarf walls and possibly steps to main entrance. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require: block paving location: front w...

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02 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Block

London - E13

Enquiry from: Surma B

Start Date: Immediate

owner terraced block paving driveway 2-3 cars supplied and laid 1-3 months are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require: block paving location: front what w...

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26 Jul

Paving & Driveway | Block

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Chandrakant P

Start Date: Immediate

Owner Detached Block Paving Driveway 2-3 cars Supplied and laid 1-3 Months

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09 Jul

Paving & Driveway | Block

London - SE10

Enquiry from: Geoffrey N

Start Date: Immediate

I would like a full time job please asap

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06 Jul

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London - E14

Enquiry from: Salma B

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Owner Terraced Block Paving Driveway 2-3 cars Supplied and laid 1-3 Months

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03 Jul

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London - E15

Enquiry from: Solomon G

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06 Jun

Paving & Driveway | Block

London - SE6

Enquiry from: Angela S

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owner terraced block paving other 3-4 cars supplied and laid 1-3 months are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require: block paving location: front what work...

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21 Mar

Paving & Driveway | Block

London - E16

Enquiry from: Mick C

Start Date: Immediate

replace single car concrete drive and paving slab pathway with one block paved area

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19 Feb

Paving & Driveway | Block

London - SE6

Enquiry from: Pat M

Start Date: Immediate

block paving for front driveway 6 1/2 metres wide by 6 metres in length

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FAQs

When's the best time to get driveway work done?

Driveway work is usually done in the warmer half of the year. This is partly to avoid bad weather. If you want to get ahead and avoid waiting for a contractor to be free, you should try getting in touch with a professional in the early spring so a date can be booked for install as soon as practically possible.

what sand for block paving?

Have you decided to install block paving and wondering what the best sand to be applied to the joints is in order to achieve a perfect job? Well, you’re at the right place! This is one of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to block paving and we seek to give you a reliable solution once and for all.

The best sand for block paving is a kiln-dried sand. It’s an extremely fine sand which has been dried in a kiln to get rid of all the water before it’s incorporated to achieve the best results. Therefore, the sand contains no moisture and is commonly used to fill the joints of block paving to keep the paving’s structure rigid and strong. It also goes a long way to prevent the ingress of water while stopping the paving from moving and becoming loose. The major reason why the paving sand must be dried is to allow it flow easily into the joints as well as the block paving’s gaps. As result of this smooth flowing to the bottom of the joints, there will be no sand sticking to the sides of the pavers.

Another major reason why kiln-dried sand is commonly applied to the block paving’s joints is to prevent water from penetrating the paved area. It also tightens the individual pavers together to prevent from moving and becoming loose. In the event whereby you happen to leave the joints of your block paving without kiln dried sand, it’s highly likely that they’ll sink as a result of water penetration and the blocks will become very loose. After washing block paving, it’s very important to also replace any sand washed off in the process once the paving is dried to prevent water ingress into the joints.

is block paving permeable?

Is Block Paving Permeable?

Back in 2008, there was a regulation introduced which comes with a requirement guiding the pavement of front gardens. It requires homeowners to incorporate the conventional impermeable driveways which makes for an uncontrolled run off of rainwater into sewers, roadways, local watercourses etc. However since then, new systems have been established which complies with the legislation and permit driveway laying of block paving without requiring planning permission while still providing the same visually appealing features as the conventional systems. Therefore, a short and simple answer to whether block paving is permeable is yes.

A permeable paving driveway (unlike the conventional ones which quickly diverts rainwater towards the edges to local drains) purposefully diverts rainwater into the built paving structure which oversees a controlled release of the rainwater into the environment. Permeable block paving comes with a wide range of benefits which includes the following:

• No Planning Permission Required

Unlike the traditional system, permeable block paving requires no planning permission as it oversees the driveway draining by ensuring that the surface water passes directly through the joints which makes sure the drains are not over worked and minimizing the risk of flood.

• Puddles Reduction By Natural Drainage

A permeable block paving minimizes puddles as well as standing water which helps to boost natural drainage. This is due to the laying process which features little voids that permits the passage of water.

• Natural Filtration

A natural filtration occurs when water is allowed to return to the ground by permeable block paving which helps assists in getting rid of any pollutants from the rain water.

• Flood Prevention

Permeable paving can help to prevent flooding as it absorbs water rather than directing it to the local drains or leaving it to build up on the surface’s top.

• Natural & Sustainable Materials

Natural and recyclable materials can be incorporated in producing permeable paving which is an excellent choice especially if you’re seeking a more sustainable driveway.

how to lay block paving?

How To Lay Block Paving

Do you wish to know how to install block paving? We’ve got you covered! Here, you’ll find a useful step by step guide that’ll provide you with all the necessary information to lay a wide range of block paving products available in the market today. You must, however, note that the installation of block paving can be a tricky affair and should not be attempted unless you have undergone a proper training or have a good experience in the field. If otherwise, we’d advise you to leave the task for a reliable block laying professional to guarantee the best results and also avoid making costly mistakes.

lDesign

• Draw up a design to perfectly suits your needs.

• Decide on the type of block as well as colour.

lExcavation

• Use a mini excavator or a JCB ( depending on the size of the job) to excavate the driveway.

• Identify and mark out the area to be excavated.

• Dug out the area until you reach a suitable level

• Ensure that the proposed finish level is 150mm underneath the damp proof course in any of the adjoining building’s brick.

lEdge Restraints

• Build a 100mm depth-thick concrete foundation with the help of a concrete mixer, 1 part cement and 6 parts ballast.

• Position the kerb unit on top of the level with a string line and spirit level.

• Use a trowel and rubber mallet to mortar the kerb unit to the foundation.

• Haunch the back of the kerb units in such a way that the concrete reach half way up the kerb’s rear.

lSubbase

• Put the crushed concrete in the edge restraints and ensure it’s at the desired level of 50mm.

• Use a vibrating plate to compact and level

lScreeding

• Apply a layer of sharp sand (to 50mm depth) and campact it using a vibrating plate.

• Apply second layer of sharp sand (to 20mm depth) on top of the first layer.

• Level the second layer to the correct falls.

lInstallation Of Paving

• Lay the block paving starting from the bottom of a slope.

• Ensure the blocks are placed at about 10mm to 15mm above the required finish level.

• Make sure the blocks used are between 3-5 packs as you proceed with your desired pattern. You may need to cut smaller block pieces to fill smaller gaps.

lFinishing Touches

• Clear out the area to ensure no debris is left on the blocks.

• Put kiln dried sand and brush across the whole of the area, ensuring the sands falls between the blocks’ joints.

• Compact the drive with the vibrating plate.

• Brush more kiln dried sand over the area and compact again

• Repeat the process until the joints are full of sand.

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