Cost guide
How much does a patio cost?
Priced on the material, the groundwork and the site, after a visit. Here is what shapes it.
In short
A patio is priced on the material, the groundwork and the site, not a flat rate. The sub-base, the levels, the drainage and the access affect the cost as much as the stone on top, and the material ranges from porcelain to natural stone to local Cotswold stone. We price each patio after a site visit, so the figure reflects your garden rather than an average.
Indicative ranges
What you can expect to pay
Figures are relative, not quotations. Each scheme is priced after a survey.
| Why | What shapes the cost |
|---|---|
| Porcelain, sandstone, York stone, Cotswold stone | Material |
| What makes it last | Sub-base and groundwork |
| Falls and the bed | Levels and drainage |
| Pattern, mitres, full beds | Laying and cuts |
| Getting materials in and waste out | Access |
Source: Gardenscape. Figures as of 2026-06-01.
What changes the price
The factors that move the figure
A patio is priced on more than the stone. The part you do not see, the compacted sub-base, the falls and drainage, and the access for getting materials in and waste out, affects the cost as much as the surface, and it is what makes a patio last rather than lift and pool. The material is the other half. Porcelain, natural stone such as sandstone, York stone, and local Cotswold stone all sit at different points, and porcelain in particular takes more skill to lay, on a full adhesive bed with precise cutting. Because every patio differs in material, levels, drainage and access, the only honest
Common questions
Common questions
After the material, it is the groundwork: the sub-base, the levels, the drainage and the access. Skimping the base is cheaper on day one and far more expensive when the patio fails.
For low maintenance and a clean, modern look, often yes; sandstone suits a natural, period feel. It is a look-and-upkeep choice as much as a cost one, which we talk through with you.
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